Behavioral Therapist

Full Time
Acton, MA
$18 - $25 an hour
Posted Today
Job description

About Us:
Merrimack Autism Consultants is a privately owned organization founded in 2017 that offers individualized home-based services to clients on the autism spectrum. We are dedicated to providing family centered ABA services using evidenced-based Applied Behavioral Analysis methods, interventions and assessments. We are driven to build an inclusive community that embraces each other regardless of one's background. We provide services to a diverse population of all racial, ethnic, orientation and linguistic backgrounds. Our goal is to be a community resource that helps transform and improve the lives of families touched by autism.

Behavior Therapist Position: **This poisition HIGHLY prefers a Bilingual English/Spanish Candidate. Bilingual Candidates are STRONGLY encouraged to apply**

Behavior Therapist Position:
Merrimack Autism Consultants is currently hiring part-time Behavior Therapists(BT) to provide 1:1 in-home ABA services. In-Home sessions are typically held between 2:30 pm and 8:30 pm, some morning/weekend sessions may be available. Applicants must be available to work an average minimum of 10-19 hours per week. Rate of pay will commensurate based on level of education and years of experience.

Behavior Therapist Responsibilities:

  • Behavior Therapists work 1:1 directly with clients with autism using individualized ABA(applied behavior analysis) techniques created by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst(BCBA).
  • Provides support and guidance for the parent/caregiver implementing the behavior plan tactics for when the BT/BCBA's are not in the home.
  • The Behavior Therapist will collect data focused on skills and behaviors, conduct discrete trials daily to ensure the client’s progress is monitored and objectives are met according to the individualized plan.
  • Communicate in a timely manner any concerns, progress etc to both the client’s family and supervisor.
  • Complete the 40 hour Registered Behavior Technician(RBT) training, sit for and pass the RBT exam, within 90 days of hire.

What do we offer?:

  • Flexible schedules, desirable hours: mostly afternoon/early evening, occasional weekends/mornings.
  • Significant on the job training, we offer ample "hands on" learning opportunities.
  • Ability to become a Registered Behavior Technician-a state wide recognized certification under the BACB(Board Analysis Certification Board).
  • Supplemental Insurance: Vision/ Dental and Life Insurance

Qualifications:

  • You have a high school diploma or GED equivalent and have at least one year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • You must be 18 years old or older and have reliable, consistent transportation.
  • You are authorized to work within the U.S
  • You are able to make a 6 month commitment to our clients
  • You are enthusiastic and passionate about working with children/adolescents with autism and other developmental disabilities and are driven to help make a difference.

Not Required but Preferred Qualifications:

  • You have an Associate's Degree in Human Services, Education or Psychology. A Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Behavior Analysis or Social Psychology.
  • You are a Registered Behavior Technician with an active certification with the BACB and/or you have at least 6 months working with children with autism.
  • You have previous professional experience working in the human services, developmental disabilities or education fields- teachers/paraprofessional, Day Programs, Group Home caretakers.

**Part Time Position, Salary depends on experience/education.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 4 hour shift

COVID-19 considerations:
The company takes priority in protecting the safety of our employees. We provide PPE for all staff working in home and encourage that all CDC guidelines be adhered to.

Application Question(s):

  • How many years of experience do you have working with or being around children with autism? (if none that's okay you simply have to be willing to work with them)
  • Do you speak any other languages other than English? If so, please list.
  • Do you have a car and are you willing to travel to your client's house?

Work Location: In person

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