Behavior Therapist, BT/RBT

Role Overview

• Provide one-on-one therapy to clients in various settings including our Centers, homes and/or schools
• Follow behavior intervention plans designed by BCBAs
• Accurately collect and record data on client behaviors and responses during therapy sessions
• Collaborate with the supervising BCBAs to track and report client progress
• Utilize approved behavior reduction techniques and strategies as outlined in the behavior intervention plan
• Assist clients in acquiring and developing functional skills, communication abilities, and appropriate social behaviors
• Provide training and support to parents/caregivers on implementing behavior intervention techniques

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED is required
• Must meet all BACB eligibility requirements to obtain RBT certification
• Ability to pass the required RBT certification exam within the training period
• Must obtain and maintain required RBT certification through the BACB
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management and interpersonal skills
• Physical capacity to move quickly and respond to potentially aggressive behavior and de-escalate situations with clients
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, kneeling, bending, squatting, running and/or sitting in order to interact with clients
• Must be able to move and lift up to 50 pounds to assist with client positioning or mobility
• Requires strong visual acuity, good peripheral vision, and sufficient depth perception to maintain client safety and prevent harm
• Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity to operate office equipment and other necessary tools.

Benefits

• Generous PTO (including Birthday PTO)
• Six paid holidays
• Paid supervision toward BCBA certification
• Ongoing career-focused training
• 401(k) with up to 6% company match