Child Behavior Therapist; RBT

Job Description

ABA Therapist

Summary: Responsible for providing intensive, 1:1, behavior intervention services based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Clients include children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other language delays.

Responsibilities
:

• Providing direct 1:1 therapy session
• Implementing all skill acquisition programs & maintenance programs
• Collecting accurate data
• Implementing all behavior protocols & FBA/BIPs as provided
• Completes insurance forms daily
• Completes daily cleaning checklist
• Attends & implements feedback from weekly supervision with POD Managers
• Contacts POD Manager when appropriate with pertinent information for each client
• Attends & maintains all outside training certifications (CPI, CPR, First Aid, etc.)
• Obtain & maintains RBT certification
• Follows all mandated reporter standards
• Works well with team & demonstrates professionalism in workplace
• Demonstrates creativity & “think outside the box” attitude to provide support and achieve positive outcomes for all clients
• Consistently builds rapport with clients & families to achieve best possible outcomes

Physical Requirements
:

• Lifting/Carrying more than 50lbs
• Running
• Able to sustain impact to body (i.e., being hit, etc.) in any area
• Crouching, squatting, kneeling for sustained periods of time
• Bending at the waist to touch knees and/or toes
• Full range of motion of hands and arms
• Sitting on floor and chair for long periods of time
• Ability to move quickly from standing to seated, or kneeling position, without support
• Communicates expressively and receptively both verbally and written

Qualifications
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• High School Diploma, Associates degree from accredited university or college in Psychology, ABA, Special Education, or related field with applicable experience or a Bachelors degree in Psychology, ABA, Special Education or a related field
• Flexible, creative, & possessing excellent time management skills
• Experience in ABA programs is preferred, but not required