Job Description
Children with autism spectrum disorder benefit from ABA therapy that enhances developmental skills like language, communication, social behaviors, and academic readiness through one-to-one sessions with Board Certified Behavior Analysts. Therapists support skill acquisition by breaking down tasks into steps, using intensive methods to help children function better in daily settings. This role addresses behavior reduction protocols to promote safety and progress in homes, schools, and communities.
Centria Autism, via Life Skills Autism Academy, provides center-based ABA Therapy programs for young children on the autism spectrum. The academy focuses on early, high-intensity interventions using evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis techniques. Clients attend full-time sessions Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm, lasting 8.5 hours daily. The organization emphasizes individualized programs developed by expert clinicians to unlock potential in affected youth.
Technicians deliver direct care in individual and group formats, combining intensive teaching with natural environment approaches. They adhere to protocols for skill building and behavior management outlined in BCBA/BC treatment plans. Tasks include recording client behavior data on mobile devices, training parents on strategies, ensuring timely documentation, and updating families on progress. Technicians handle crisis situations, use safe procedures, and organize therapy spaces equipped with specific materials. The job demands physical abilities such as lifting 50 pounds, frequent floor positioning, and rapid responses for child protection.
Pay ranges from $18 to $24 per hour, negotiable based on experience, education, and skills. Full-time work happens center-based on weekdays. Benefits cover medical, dental, vision plans, paid time off, 401K, tuition discounts, and practicum hours for BCBA candidates. Extra advantages include retail discounts via Benefit Hub, Employee Assistance for counseling, early pay access through Rain, and paths for impacting lives of special needs kids.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct client care in 1:1 and group settings using intensive teaching and natural environment training
- Follow behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols from BCBA/BC treatment plans
- Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior
- Assist with parent and caregiver training on client protocols
- Ensure documentation completes on time per procedures
- Communicate client progress to parents as instructed by BCBA/BC
- Use safe procedures with clients and report critical incidents
- Maintain clean, safe, organized work and therapy environments
- Assist BCBA/BC in preparing client materials, behavior assessments, and skill acquisition
Requirements
- Current certification as Registered Behavior Technician from Behavior Analyst Certification Board or willingness to complete 40-hour ABA training and sit for test within 45 days
- Willingness to participate in background check process
- High School Diploma or GED minimum
- Reliable transportation and possible proof of driver's license and insurance
- Minimum age of 18 years
- Willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid certification and tuberculosis test
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move quickly for child safety
- Reliability for scheduled appointments
- Professional presentation and conduct
- Patience to maintain client tasks
- Ability to maintain emotional control during outbursts
- Positive attitude for skill acquisition
- Strong attention to detail for precise tasks
- Ability to follow detailed instructions
- Understanding of technology for mobile data recording and digital applications
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Strong cultural competency with flexibility