Applied Behavior Analyst Therapist, School Based

Job Description

As an ABA Behavior Technician / Line Technician, you’ll have an opportunity to gain valuable experience providing ABA services to children and adolescents. Although this is an entry-level position there is room for advancement at Brennan Behavior Group. As a Behavior Technician, you will work alongside a team of highly trained staff who provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) informed therapy to children affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder and other related disabilities.

• Implement individualized behavioral programming in a child’s home, school, center, or other natural environments, teaching new skills such as social, communication, and daily living skills.
• Effectively respond to and minimize difficult or disruptive behaviors, creating a fun, motivating experience to generate the highest level of performance for every individual.
• Collect data on programming targets and utilize an online system to enter it, track, and view progress.
• Provide support to parents, teachers, and caregivers.

Qualifications

• Please note in your application whether you have or are currently registered as a Registered Line Technician with the Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board.
• Previous experience with autism/ABA is helpful and required for most positions.
• Strong verbal communication skills (speaking & listening).
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• No past criminal history.
• A genuine passion for working with children with special needs.
• Must be able to sit on the floor for long periods of time.
• Must be able to be on feet for long periods of time.
• Must be able to carry at least 50 pounds as needed.
• Must be able to react quickly when needed.
• Stay within 5 feet of client at all times, including instances of client elopement.
• Actively engage in interactive games/activities with clients to support their functional goals.
• Effectively and readily implement interventions to prevent, reduce, and/or deescalate challenging behaviors.

Education

Bachelor's Degree preferred but not necessary.

Work authorization

United States (Required)

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance