Child Development / Autism Therapy Technician

About the role

ChatterNola is hiring a Pediatric Autism Therapy Technician in the Metairie area. This is a great opportunity for someone pursuing speech-language pathology, psychology, special education, occupational therapy, early childhood education, social work, or behavior analysis. We are looking for someone who is playful, dependable, compassionate, coachable, and comfortable working hands-on with young children in a pediatric therapy clinic. In this role, you will help children build communication, play, social, and daily living skills through developmentally appropriate, play-based therapy. Ideal candidates are available Monday–Friday during daytime hours and seek meaningful clinical experience with young children.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 ABA-based support using play-based and NET strategies
• Implement treatment goals under BCBA supervision
• Support transitions, waiting, emotional regulation, and early learning skills
• Collect session data and document progress
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members
• Maintain professionalism, consistency, and reliability

Qualifications

Required:

• Genuine interest in working with young children with autism and developmental delays
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with children in any setting, such as childcare, preschool, tutoring, camp, therapy, or caregiving
• Comfortable engaging in play-based therapy, sitting on the floor, singing, moving, and following the child's lead
• Willingness to learn Natural Environment Teaching, developmental strategies, and ABA-based intervention
• Ability to receive real-time feedback, coaching, and modeling during sessions
• Reliable attendance, professional communication, and consistent follow-through
• BLS/CPR certification or willingness to obtain
• Ability to pass required background checks

Preferred:

• RBT certification
• 1–2+ years of experience working with young children
• Experience with autism, early intervention, ABA, speech therapy, special education, or developmental delays
• Familiarity with play-based, NET, ESDM, JASPER, or other developmental approaches
• Experience following a treatment plan and collecting data

Benefits

• Stable, consistent schedule
• Supportive clinical team with direct BCBA supervision
• Clear expectations and structured support
• Opportunities for long-term growth within the clinic

Schedule

Clinic-based only. Schedule options (clinic-based): schedules are consistent once assigned. Preference given to candidates who can commit to a stable block.

• Morning Block: 8:30 AM–12:30 PM
• Full Day: 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, 8:30 AM–2:30 PM, 10:30 AM–4:30 PM
• Afternoon Block: 12:30 PM–4:30 PM

High engagement, active, play-based work. Please apply only if this structure aligns with your strengths and long-term goals.