Behavior Therapist/Behavior Technician

About the role

Comprehensive Early Autism Services (CEAS) provides in-home therapy for young children with autism based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. We are currently looking for a line therapist to work 1:1 with children (ages 2-8) in a highly individualized and supported environment. All therapy sessions are carried out in the client's home.

Responsibilities

• Working with the child in skill areas such as conversation skills, fine/gross motor skills, self-help skills, and pre-academic skills
• Integrating the child's family into therapy sessions
• Data collection and making data-based decisions
• Learning strategies and procedures to teach children with developmental delays
• Attending team meetings and coordinating with a team of therapists
• Traveling to the home of each client on the therapist's case load

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or pursuit of degree in psychology, education, child development, or related field
• Experience working with young children or children with disabilities
• Must have a car and willingness to travel within the cities of Milwaukee, Oconomowoc, Whitewater and/or other surrounding areas
• Must be able to lift approximately 30 pounds and move easily from a seated position (Behavioral Therapists spend 80% of time sitting on the floor with clients)

Benefits

• Health Insurance options for those working 30+ hours/week
• Paid drive time
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with 4% match for all employees who have been working with CEAS for a year or more
• Supervision provided for individuals planning to sit for the BCBA exam
• Opportunity for personal and career growth; advancement and growth with a new branch
• Rewarding experience of motivating and inspiring children through ABA therapy