ABA Technician; Somerville, MA

Overview

Northeast Arc is currently looking for new and experienced Behavior Therapists to work in our home-based Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs. We provide services in a variety of locations throughout Eastern Massachusetts and offer services to individuals ranging from 0 to 3 years.

Our ABA services provide a continuum of consistent evidence-based direct care and services for children, teens, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Individualized treatment programs are developed by a Board-Certified Licensed Behavior Analyst (BCBA/LABA) based on assessments, consultation, and person-centered plans, in order to meet the needs of the individual served. Our Behavior Therapists work in a team atmosphere alongside BCBAs, Early Intervention staff, families and caregivers.

Our programs facilitate interactions through Natural Environment Training and capitalize on organic opportunities for engagement with our kids using an evidence-based approach.

• Service Areas:
  Metro North and North Shore

• Over 25 years of experience providing ABA services
• Individualized approach to therapy and use naturalistic teaching methods
• Opportunities to work across age groups and settings
• All female-led department
• Provide a wrap-around service model for families served (two different autism support centers, stakeholders, auxiliary services, just to name a few)
• Provide ample opportunities for unrestricted fieldwork hours for BCBA candidates

• Flexible schedules – full time, part time and per diem positions available
• Opportunity to work across multiple programs and age groups
• Initial and ongoing training and RBT certification
• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, such as: tuition reimbursement, monthly billing bonuses, generous paid time off, health, dental, vision, pet insurance, 403B with matching and much more
• Employee appreciation events throughout the year

• Behavior Therapists will provide home-based support to individuals 0 months to 3 years old
• Teach goals and skills outlined in the treatment plans and implement behavior strategies developed by the BCBA (clinical supervisor)
• Attend and contribute to clinical and non-clinical meetings, trainings, and individual supervisions
• Complete required sessions notes and data and any additional non-clinical paperwork
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of clients

• Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in psychology, early childhood education required, with a nested note that Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification may substitute the education requirement
• Strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, along with excellent organizational skills and flexibility
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, able to maintain confidentiality, and high degree of professionalism
• Valid Driver’s license and own personal vehicle

Job Type: Full time, part time, per diem

Pay: $23-26/hr based on experience and education