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Special Needs Assistant

BASS ABA Therapy
Tampa, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2025

Behavior Analysis Support Services, Inc. (BASS) was established in 2003 and was built on Behavior Analysts' passion to serve the needs of children and families seeking answers. Since its inception, BASS has worked tirelessly to ensure that the children it serves reach their potential. In fact, it's this continuing effort that is directly responsible for the expansion of BASS throughout the state of Florida with intensive ABA centers specifically arranged to serve the needs of families.

About This Role:

Thank you for considering a career with BASS ABA Therapy!

Are you looking for an entry-level role where you can positively impact the lives of children and their families? Are you interested in growth potential? Join our team at BASS ABA as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and see the impact you can make.
As an RBT, you will have the opportunity to work directly with individuals receiving ABA therapy and will be supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to ensure the most effective delivery of ABA programming. RBTs work with clients on improving communication, social, and daily living skills. BASS offers a comprehensive approach to ABA therapy, which requires you to work with children both within our centers and within the community. This is a collaborative role, and as an RBT with BASS, you will work closely with a large team of RBTs, BCaBAs, and BCBAs where your input is valued.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Complete 40-hour RBT training course (paid) and successfully pass the BACB RBT exam (if not already certified) within 30 days of employment.
  • Complete CPR training (paid) within 30 days of hire.
  • Work 1:1 with BASS clients receiving ABA therapy.
  • Electronic data collection as it relates to programming developed by the BCBA.
  • Complete daily notes following the conclusion of each session and upload them into relevant databases.
  • Maintain open lines of communication with BCBA regarding progress of client.
  • Provide ABA therapy in home, school, and community settings as directed by the BCBA team.
  • Flexibility to work at multiple locations throughout the work day.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma
  • Reliable transportation
  • Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, run, spend time on your feet, and lift items up to 25 lbs.
  • Ability to pass a background check

Preferred:

  • College Graduate
  • Previous work experience with children with developmental disabilities
  • Experience working with children between the ages of 1-8

Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Paid training
  • RBT Certification
  • CPR Certification
  • Annual merit raises
  • Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplementary
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Growth potential
  • Excellent team environment
  • Monday - Friday work schedule
  • Free supervision for those working towards Board Certification

BASS's mission is to guide our children to achieve their developmental potential through providing best in class, individualized ABA therapy service in a caring and safe, yet fun way. We know first-hand the challenges of ASD and the rewards of helping a child succeed, and we're here to help. BASS wishes to employ those dedicated to making a child succeed.

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

Work Location: In person

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