Behavior Specialist

We're looking for creative therapists to provide meaningful, play-based ABA therapy to young children with autism at our new clinics in Portsmouth AND Providence, RI. Let us know which location you are interested in!

As a Behavior Specialist/ABA Therapist you will work under the supervision of Board-Certified Behavior Analysts to implement programs that build communication skills, encourage independence, and promote social/emotional development.

Benefits of joining the Paper Crown team:

• Flexible hours (minimum 15 hours per week)
• 15 Days of paid time off and 10 paid federal holidays for full-time employees
• Competitive pay and continuous eligibility for bonuses/raises based on performance
• Opportunities for promotion and career advancement
• We love training new therapists! If you are great with children and ready to learn, we are more than happy to help you gain the skills you need to become an effective behavior specialist.
• We are dedicated to promoting a work place culture that encourages work/life balance, individualized professional development, integrity of services, and positive team experiences.
• Benefits such as 401k, health & dental insurance, and employee discounts for our preschool services!
• Our locations are small, allowing our educational and clinical teams to build strong rapport and enjoy the work day experience!
• Opportunities to work in both the clinic and preschool settings as many of our clients will spend part of their day in one our preschool classrooms, practicing group learning skills, as well as social and language skills.

Daily Tasks Include:

• 1:1 behavior therapy with clients, developed and monitored by the supervising BCBA
• Collect skill acquisition data and behavior data to help track progress towards treatment goals
• Play! A huge part of the day as a behavior specialist is spent providing meaningful learning opportunities through play with each client.
• Work towards becoming a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with the assistance of your supervising BCBA
• Maintain the safety and health of each client in your care
• Communicate with the clinical team and each client’s families
• Help keep the clinic clean and organized

Requirements:

• Have a high school diploma (college degree preferred)
• Experience working with children 18 months – 7 years in the school, home, or clinic setting as a teacher, caregiver, or therapist
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Be able to lift 30 lbs, sit on the floor, walk, crawl and run in order to keep clients safe and effectively engaged during play-based ABA therapy.
• Ability to multi-task, problem-solve, and prioritize tasks
• Strong work ethic and desire to work as part of a team
• Be able to assist with feeding, diapering/toileting and dressing, administering medication, as needed

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Day shift

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Portsmouth, RI 02871 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Portsmouth, RI 02871: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $21