ABA Behavior Therapist

Are you looking for meaningful, flexible work in the Webster/Auburn areas?

Do you enjoy working with children?

Do you want a position that offers opportunities for growth and learning?

Join the AKABA team in helping individuals with disabilities achieve significant life goals through the Science of ABA!

AKABA LLC. welcomes reliable and dynamic professionals to join us as part-time ABA Therapists or Behavior Techs. ABA therapists provide 1-to-1 ABA services in the home, center, and community settings to individuals diagnosed with Autism (ASD). 

What we offer:

• ABA Behavior Technician pay range $20.00-$23.00/hour to start with rate increases based on time and training
• Paid Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• Custom Scheduling options and consistent assignment to 1-2 clients
• BCBA candidates can access Lead Therapist opportunities at a differential rate.
• 401K with matching
• Free, self-paced 40-hour RBT Online Program with completion bonus
  
• Supervision for RBT Qualification
• Tablet for data collection
• Mileage reimbursement
• Travel time pay
• We welcome RBT applicants seeking supervision opportunities for Career Advancement.
• Full time (30 hours) are eligible for PTO, Health & Dental
• Part Time staff earn MA Sick time.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour to start with the ability to increase your hourly rate by $1-3 dollars in a period of 3-6 months as you gain experience in the field.

Ability to work a minimum of 10-15 hours/at least 3 days per week (weekdays are after school hours between 3-8 p.m.). Daytime hours on Saturdays also preferred.

Qualifications for the ABA Tech include:

• Friendly and energetic, enjoy working with children!!
• Has reliable transportation- meaning your own/family vehicle that is currently registered and available to you throughout the sessions as some clients require transport for certain services.
• Experience working with children diagnosed with developmental disabilities (preferably Autism)
• Ability to attend an initial orientation.
• Ability to work a minimum of 10 hours per week (after school hours between 2:30-8 pm)
  
• Must be timely and organized.
• Ability to work independently.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively within a variety of situations.
• Other relevant experience: working as a Teacher's Aide, Education Assistant, Child Care worker, Tutor, Instructor, Home Care Worker, Mental Health Therapist, Nursing Assistant 

Responsibilities: ABA Techs - Behavior Therapists will work under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and will be directly responsible for:

• Data collection
• Implementing individualized behavior support plans
• Implementing skill acquisition programs
• Working with families for effective collaboration on client
• Submitting all required paperwork promptly
• Attending monthly case review meetings with their direct supervisor
  

Experiences as a Paraprofessional, Assistant Teacher, Rehabilitative Assistant, Educational Associate, and/or Direct Support Professionals is highly applicable to this role. We welcome those who've worked in these types of positions to consider this exciting and rewarding opportunity to help kids with Autism achieve socially significant goals!

Required education for ABA Techs - Behavior Therapists:

• ABA Tech: High school or equivalent
  

Required license or certification:

• Valid Driver's License
  

Job Location: 

• Worcester, MA area

Job Hiring Status:

Hiring Now! 

Required experience:

• Working with Kids or Teens: minimum 6 months  
  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)