Part-time Early Intervention ABA Paraprofessional
Ascend Autism Group · Latham, NY · 4 wk ago
On-siteOTHR$20–$27/hrPart-time
Pay
$20–$27 per hour, based on experience
Schedule
Monday through Friday, 20+ hours per week, half‑day schedule
Benefits
- Paid RBT certification & training
- Opportunities for raises every 6 months through performance reviews
- BCBA supervision hours and mentorship
- 401(k) with 4% company match
- Health, Dental & Vision insurance for qualifying employees
- CEU/PDU reimbursement and ongoing professional development
- Tuition discounts and loan reimbursement opportunities
- Referral Bonus program
The Role
This is a center‑based Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) role serving children ages 2‑7 years, focused on early intervention, social development, and school readiness. You will work in a collaborative clinical environment that primarily focuses on:
- Center‑based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy
- Communication, social, and daily living skills
- Natural environment and play‑based learning
- In‑person BCBA support and supervision
Responsibilities
- Provide center‑based 1:1 ABA therapy to children with autism
- Implement treatment plans and behavior intervention strategies
- Maintain accurate documentation, data collection, and reporting
- Teach life skills and support children’s development
- Participate in team meetings, training, and professional development
- Ensure compliance with BACB and company standards
Qualifications
- Fluent in English (required)
- High school diploma or equivalent (required)
- Willingness to obtain Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification (required)
- Genuine interest in working actively and playfully with young children (required)
- Reliable transportation to and from the center (required)
- Experience working with children (preferred)
- Experience with developmental disabilities (preferred)
- College coursework or a degree in psychology, education, early childhood development, special education, social work, or a related field (preferred)
Physical Requirements
- Sit, stand, and kneel on the floor throughout the day
- Lift up to 45 pounds at a time
- Ability to safely respond to physically demanding behaviors per protocol
- Ability to be attentive and focused in a busy environment