Aba Technician

Job Overview:

The ABA Behavioral Interventionist / Therapist is responsible for implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) interventions and providing direct one-on-one therapy to individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities. This role is crucial in assisting clients in acquiring new skills, reducing challenging behaviors, and promoting positive behavior change. The Behavioral Interventionist / Therapist collaborates with the clinical team and follows individualized treatment plans to create a supportive and enriching therapeutic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct ABA Therapy:
• Provide one-on-one ABA therapy sessions to clients in various settings, such as home, school, or clinical settings.
• Implement behavior reduction strategies and skill acquisition programs outlined in individualized treatment plans.
• Data Collection and Analysis:
• Accurately collect and record behavioral and skill acquisition data during therapy sessions.
• Assist in analyzing data to monitor progress and make data-driven decisions for program adjustments.
• Skill Acquisition:
• Teach and reinforce a wide range of skills, including communication, social, academic, self-care, and adaptive skills, based on individual client goals.
• Behavior Reduction:
• Implement behavior intervention plans to address challenging behaviors and promote alternative, more adaptive behaviors.
• Employ positive behavior support strategies to reduce the occurrence of problem behaviors.
• Prompting and Fading:
• Use appropriate prompting techniques to help clients learn new skills and gradually fade prompts as skills develop.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate and organized session notes, progress reports, and other required documentation.
• Communicate client progress and challenges to the clinical team and caregivers.
• Collaboration:
• Collaborate with Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and other team members to ensure consistent and effective implementation of treatment plans.
• Attend team meetings to review client progress, discuss strategies, and make necessary intervention adjustments.
• Family Training:
• Provide training and support to families and caregivers on implementing ABA techniques and strategies outside therapy sessions.
• Ethical and Professional Standards:
• Adhere to ethical guidelines set forth by relevant organizations, including the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
• Maintain professionalism and uphold the principles of confidentiality and respect.

Benefits:

• Paid RBT Training / Clinical Training
• 401 K
• Paid Mileage and Drive Time (Multiple Cases)
• Cell Phone Allowance
• Bilingual (Spanish) Applicants Additional Pay
• Opportunity for Growth within the Organization
• Flexible Schedule
• Annual Review & Raises
• Sick Time
• Full-Time position available depending on your availability and our client needs.
• Full-Time Benefits include Health, Dental, & Vision.

Qualifications:

• A Minimum of High School diploma or Equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but NOT.
• 1-year experience working with children preferred NOT
• Availability 10+ hours per week minimum.
• Bilingual Preferred NOT
• Valid / Current Driver’s License, Car Insurance, and personal vehicle for mean of transportation.
• Must be willing to drive a maximum of 25 miles radius of your location.
• Must have excellent Time Management & Data Collection skills.
• Great Communication and Problem Solving

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• After school
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-home

Application Question(s):

• This is a part-time position with hours ranging from 10-20 hours per week. There is a possibility for more hours depending on your experience and the cases available in your area. Are these starting hours, 10-20, suitable for your current needs?
• ABTC only provides Direct In-Home services to our clients. Are you comfortable providing these types of services?
• ABTC will do its best to match you with a case close to your desired location. However, we required our staff to be flexible to commuting within 30 miles radius. Are you open to commute within this radius?
• ABTC requires a minimum of six (6) months commitment to our clients. Can you provide the minimum of six months services to our families without any interruptions?
• Do you currently own a reliable vehicle with up-to-date car insurance and registration?

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Applied behavior analysis: 1 year (Preferred)
• Experience with children: 1 year (Preferred)
• Data collection: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person