Job Description
Children with autism spectrum disorder reach their greatest potential through early, intensive ABA therapy programs that focus on skill acquisition protocols built by Board Certified Behavior Analysts. These programs help children master routine tasks by breaking them into manageable steps, improving communication skills like language and social interactions. The role supports daily living skills such as self-care and community navigation in school, home, and public settings. Therapists implement behavior reduction strategies to address challenges and boost independence.
Life Skills Autism Academy, a division of Centria Autism, offers high-commitment ABA therapy in center-based settings for young children. The academy specializes in individualized one-on-one programs using Applied Behavior Analysis, guided by highly-trained clinicians. Clients receive services five days a week from Monday through Friday, with sessions lasting eight hours each day between 8:30am and 4:30pm. The organization helps children with autism maximize their capabilities through early intervention.
Technicians provide direct care in one-to-one and small group formats, using intensive teaching and natural environment training methods. They follow specific protocols for skill building and behavior reduction from individualized treatment plans created by BCBA/BC. Duties include collecting data on client behaviors via mobile devices and digital applications, assisting with parent training sessions, and communicating progress updates to families. Technicians report critical incidents, maintain clean therapy spaces with materials like toys and equipment, and prepare client-specific assessments. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, getting on the floor repeatedly, and responding quickly to ensure child safety.
The position pays between $18 and $24 per hour, negotiable based on prior experience, education, skills, and training. Work occurs full-time in center-based locations on weekdays. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision plans, paid time off, 401K, tuition discounts, and a practicum program for aspiring BCBA certifications. Additional perks consist of discounts to retail partners via Benefit Hub, access to Employee Assistance Plan for mental health, early wage access through Rain, and opportunities to work with special needs children in structured career paths.
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
- Willingness to participate in background check process
- High School Diploma or GED minimum
- Reliable transportation
- Minimum age of 18 years
- Willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid certification
- Willingness to obtain tuberculosis test annually
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move quickly for child safety
- 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