ABA Therapist
ABA Therapists are responsible for the direct implementation of skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction plans developed by the BCBA. The ABA Therapist may also collect data and conduct certain types of assessments (e.g., stimulus preference assessments) under the supervision of a BCBA. The ABA Therapist is not responsible for the designing of interventions, conducting in-depth assessments, or developing skill acquisition or behavior reduction plans. It is the responsibility of the designated BCBA supervisor of the ABA Therapist to determine which tasks an ABA Therapist may perform as a function of his or her training, experience, and competence. The designated BCBA supervisor is ultimately responsible for the work performed by the ABA Therapist. Click here to apply!
Department: Children’s Services
Reports to: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Minimum Qualifications:
Education, Training, and Experience:
* Must be at least 18 years of age
* A minimum of 1 year of experience in working with children, adolescents, and/or adults with special needs
Knowledge of:
* Appropriate behavioral intervention strategies
* Learning theories and instructional methods
* Ethics, laws, and regulations of acceptable behavior interventions
* Developmental processes of children, adolescents, and adults
* Interpersonal skills needed to manage crisis situations
* Technology, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Skills
Abilities to:
* Assess situations and make proper judgments
* Understand behavioral situations and react accordingly in an ethical manner
* Objectively analyze crisis situations
* Respond quickly to emergency situations
* Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with a diverse group of clients, parents/caregivers, school personnel, and other agency staff
* Use a computer and behavioral software to prepare documents and maintain client records
* Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines
* Follow guidance from senior-level staff to enhance own professional development
* Work with a diverse team of professionals in a respectful manner
*Supervise clients during treatment sessions
Other Requirements:
* Successful completion of fingerprinting, criminal history background check.
* Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
Job Duties:
* Provide direct behavioral services to clients in individual and group sessions
* Run skill acquisition programs with clients using Applied Behavior Analysis and Verbal Behavior Analysis
* Complete weekly program writing and maintain client’s program record
* Work with Board Certified Behavior Analysts and/or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts to implement individualized treatment plans
* Collect data and graph data as instructed using Rethink Behavioral Health software
* Maintain respect and confidentiality for all clients
* Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies
* Maintain and protect the well-being of all clients during treatment sessions and when emergency crisis situations arise
* Other job duties as assigned by the BCBA or other administrator
