Your Childcare Experience Wanted Here -Flatlands, NY

About Lighthouse

Hey there! We are Lighthouse , a specialized agency based right here in New York City. Our heart and soul go into providing top-quality in-home  Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy services for incredible children on the autism spectrum.

Our mission is simple yet powerful: to empower these amazing kids and their families. By using evidence-based interventions, we help them unlock new skills, find their independence, and crush their communication goals. We run on compassion, dedication, and professional growth , and we work hard to make sure our team members have a supportive, thriving environment where they can truly shine.

The Role: Behavior Technician

Are you passionate, high-energy, and ready to make a real difference? We are looking for awesome Behavior Technicians to join our crew of professionals!

In this role, you’ll work one-on-one with children with autism and other special needs, bringing their personalized therapy plans to life under the guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). You won't just be doing a job—you’ll be building meaningful relationships with kids and their families, directly contributing to their growth, smiles, and quality of life.

Pay Range: $22–$25 per hour (plus plenty of room to grow!)

What You’ll Do (The Fun & The Important Stuff)

As a Behavior Technician at Lighthouse, your day-to-day will look a little like this:

• Bring Therapy to Life: Implement creative and effective ABA therapy techniques under the supervision of a BCBA.

• Be a One-on-One Champion: Deliver personalized, high-energy therapy sessions tailored to each child’s unique needs and personality.

• Skill Building: Teach and reinforce awesome social, communication, and behavioral skills in a fun, supportive, and structured environment.

• Build Strong Bonds: Foster a positive, engaging, and trusting relationship with your clients to champion their independence and well-being.

• Track the Wins: Conduct assessments, collect data, and track progress so we can celebrate every victory, big or small!

• Team Collaboration: Brainstorm and huddle with your BCBA and the rest of our interdisciplinary team to review progress and tweak plans for the best results.

• Partner with Parents: Keep open, friendly communication lines with parents and caregivers, sharing updates and handy strategies they can use at home.

• Stay Organized: Keep accurate, detailed documentation of your sessions and data collection (future you will thank you!).

• Never Stop Learning: Dive into ongoing training and professional development opportunities to sharpen your ABA skills and grow your career.

Our Ideal Teammate

If you’re looking for a role that fills your cup, makes a massive impact, and offers a real career path, you’re in the right place! We’re looking for someone who:

• Is genuinely passionate about hanging out and working with children on the autism spectrum.

• Brings a massive dose of patience, empathy, and joy to the table.

• Is a fantastic communicator who can easily connect with kids, parents, and teammates alike.

• Is detail-oriented enough to follow treatment plans and track data accurately (accuracy is our superpower!).

• Is adaptable, flexible, and ready to pivot to meet a child's unique needs on any given day.

• Has great time-management skills to keep their caseload running smoothly.

• Possesses a growth mindset—you love receiving feedback and are always excited to learn more.

• Has the flexibility to work hours that match our clients' schedules, including evenings and weekends.

✔️ What You Need to Bring

• A high school diploma or equivalent (Required).

• Previous experience in ABA therapy or working with individuals on the autism spectrum is preferred, but definitely not required —we love training passionate people with the right attitude!

Ready to shine a light and make a difference?

Apply today to join our warm, collaborative, and fun team of therapists. We can't wait to meet you!

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Compensation details: 22-23 Hourly Wage

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