Registered Behavior Therapist/Behavior Therapist

So Love Autistic Center, our behavior therapists are professionals who have completed a minimum of a 40-hour intensive training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). All behavior therapists are continually supervised by a BCBA/LBS weekly and engage in behavior analytic professional development activities. Behavior therapists are responsible for directly implementing skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction plans developed by the BCBA/LBS. The behavior therapists may also collect data and conduct specific assessments (e.g., stimulus preference assessments) under BCBA/LBS supervision. The behavior therapist is not responsible for designing interventions, conducting in-depth assessments, or developing skill acquis ion or behavior reduction plans. It is the responsibility of the designated BCBA/LBS supervisor of the behavior therapists to determine which tasks a behavior therapist may perform as a function of their training, experience, and competence. The designated BCBA/LBS supervisor is ultimately responsible for the work performed by the Behavior Therapists.

Reports to: Clinical Supervisor

Position Type: Hourly

Availability: Monday – Friday/ 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Minimum Qualifications:

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Must be at least 21 years of age

• Possess a minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, special education, or related field; Bachelor’s degree preferred. Additional certification as a special education teacher, school social worker, or school psychologist in the state of PA is preferred

• A minimum of 1-year experience in working with early learners with autism

• A minimum of 1-year experience working 1:1 delivering ABA

• Completed 40-hour RBT Training (or complete within 30 days of hire)

• RBT Certification or (complete within 120 days of hire)

Knowledge of:

• Appropriate behavioral intervention strategies

• Learning theories and instructional methods

• Ethics, laws, and regulations of acceptable behavior interventions governed by the BACB and principles of Applied Behavior Analysis

• Developmental processes of children, adolescents, and adults

• Interpersonal skills needed to manage crises

• Technology, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Must know how to use data-base to collect data

• Proficient grammar, punctuation, and spelling

• Bilingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply

Skills and Abilities to:

• Assess situations and make proper judgments

• Understand behavioral conditions and react accordingly in an ethical manner

• Objectively analyze crises

• Respond quickly to emergencies

• Communicate effectively and make recommendations to various organization staff and outside professionals, groups, or individuals

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• Perform general clerical duties, including maintaining accurate client records and preparing clear and concise reports

• Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with a diverse group of children, parents/caregivers, community stakeholders

• 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 children during therapy sessions

Other Requirements:

• Successful completion of fingerprinting, criminal history background check, and child abuse clearance

• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs

Job Duties:

• Provide direct adaptive skills training and behavior intervention to children in individual and group sessions

• Run skill acquisition programs with children using Applied Behavior Analysis to assist children with academic and developmental progression

• Review goals and data frequently to ensure service quality is consistent and implemented with fidelity

• Identify and prepare materials to use during sessions with the client, including rotating materials bi-weekly

• Ability to work with various children with varying skill sets

• Work with BCBA/LBS to implement individualized behavior reductions & skill acquisition goals

• Collect data and graph data as instructed using technological programs, through practice management system

• Complete session notes after each session and inputs them into the system along with any corresponding data.

• Use data to guide treatment and make decisions in collaboration with BCBA/LBS

• Maintain respect and confidentiality for all children, parents, and household members

• 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 children during therapy sessions and when emergency crises arise

• Attend and participate in mandatory group supervision, monthly meetings, and training

• Other job duties as assigned by the So Love Autistic Center supervisors, and administrators

Additional Job Requirements:

• Attend and complete the following prior to beginning job assignment (Failure to complete these training successfully can jeopardize the ability to be employed at the organization):

o Onboarding & Virtual Orientation

o First Aid/CPR/AED

o HIPAA- Confidentiality Training w/Quiz

o Practice Managment Orientation & Data Collection Training

o DHS requirements

Salary/Hourly Rate: Commensurate with experience.

So Love Autistic Center is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, So Love Autistic Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.