Child Behavior Therapist (RBT)

About the role

Are you looking for a fun, rewarding career dedicated to helping children reach their full potential? If so, we want YOU to join us as a RBT at Lighthouse Autism Center!

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with kids (18 months to school age) to provide ABA therapy in a center-based approach.
• Collaborate with a team of clinicians and behavior analysts to implement custom therapy plans unique to the needs of each child.
• Use your creativity and enthusiasm in a play-based and naturalistic therapy setting.
• Help children to progress in educational and social settings and prepare children to eventually transition to a more traditional school setting.
• Track and document progress for each child as you implement custom therapy programs.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position.
• All applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent are welcome—a college degree is preferred but not required.
• Lifting/Carrying more than 50 lbs., able to sustain impact to body (i.e., being hit, etc.) in any area.
• Running, crouching, squatting, and ability to kneel for sustained periods of time.
• Bending at the waist to touch knees and/or toes.
• Full range of motion of hands and arms.
• Sitting on the floor and chair for long periods of time.
• Ability to move quickly from standing to seated, or kneeling position, without support.
• Communicate expressively and receptively both verbally and written.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license preferred.

Qualifications

All applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent are welcome—a college degree is preferred but not required.

Skills

A passion for working with children with autism spectrum disorder and their families.

Benefits

Benefits that start on day one: health, dental, and vision insurance, $20,000 life insurance coverage at no cost to you, Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Pay

$18.00 - $20.00

Schedule

Full time schedule, Monday through Friday, and 40+ hours per week.