Center-Based Behavior Technician

The role

Registered Behavior Technicians provide ABA therapy in 1:1 and group settings to help children on the Autism Spectrum. They work to increase developmental skills such as language, communication, social, and school readiness behaviors.

What you will do

• Provide direct client care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing intensive teaching and natural environment training.
• Follow prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.
• Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
• Assist with parent and caregiver training.
• Ensure documentation is completed on time and following established procedures.
• Communicate with parents and caregivers regarding client progress.
• Utilize safe and appropriate procedures and report critical incidents.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.
• Assist BCBA/BC in preparation of client materials, assessments, and skills acquisition.

Required qualifications

• Must hold and maintain current certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) as issued by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) or be willing to complete a 40 hour training course
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have reliable transportation and in some cases, proof of driver’s license and valid car insurance.
• Need to be at least 18 years of age.
• Willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certification along with a TB test if you had not had one in the past year.
• Must be able to physically perform this job, including getting down on the floor and standing up many times, lifting up to 50lbs and the ability to run/move quickly if required.
• Need to be very reliable and able to show up for each scheduled therapy appointment.
• Must always be professional in terms of both presentation and conduct.
• Need to have patience to help keep our clients on task.
• Able to maintain emotional control even if a client’s acting out physically or verbally.
• A positive attitude and drive to help a child acquire new skills is a must.
• Strong attention to detail with ability to do repetitive things in a precise manner.

Nice to have

• Experience working as a: Behavioral Technician
• Working in some capacity with children with autism or other learning disabilities
• Teacher’s Aid
• Tutor
• CNA
• Caregiver
• Home Health Aide

Before you apply

• Must be willing to participate in the company’s background check process if an offer is extended.

About the company

Life Skills Autism Academy is looking for exceptional behavior technicians.