Behavior Assistant with Team PBS in Tennessee
About the role
PBS offers mentoring and advancement opportunities for those with career aspirations working with special needs children. As a Behavior Assistant (BA), you can enroll in our complimentary training to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), as well as Student Analysts (SA) roles if a career as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is in your future. Founded in 2007, PBS is a dedicated ABA provider committed to helping children with autism thrive in their homes, schools and community. We value our entry level team members through a supportive, flexible, and growth-focused work environment. PBS believes in training the future of our field to ensure we are providing the best quality services to families in need. All roles are subject to local and state requirements related to licensure, credentialing and certification. The PBS Mission: Create a responsive system that applies the principles of PBS to meet the needs of individuals, families and organizations we serve to produce quality of life changes that last; develop an organization that attracts the most competent, enthusiastic people and turns them into proficient professionals.
Responsibilities
- Work 1:1 with children with autism using ABA strategies under the supervision of a BCBA
- Implement individualized treatment plans designed and trained by a BCBA
- Collect & record data to track client progress using PBS tracking tools
- Communicate with families & clinical teams to ensure client success
- Attend scheduled supervisions, team meetings & ongoing training
Requirements
- High school diploma (Bachelor's in Psychology, Education, or related field a plus)
- Reliable transportation & willingness to travel locally (if required)
- Ability to actively engage clients during sessions, go from sitting to standing unassisted and lift 50lbs
- Experience in ABA therapy, childcare, education, or related field a plus
Benefits
- Flexible Scheduling - Work-life balance is a priority
- Complimentary 40 Hour RBT Training
- Paid Travel & Mileage Reimbursement (if applicable)
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (30+ hours per week)
- Paid Sick Time- Based on state requirements
- Retirement- 401(k) with Company Match Up to 3%
- Career Growth Pathways - Advance from Behavior Assistant to an RBT!
Pay
- Competitive Pay - Annual Raises
- Quarterly Bonus - $500 (for those averaging 25 hours a week for the entire quarter)
- Holiday