Turn Your Passion for Kids Into a Career- Bedford-Stuyvesant, NY at Lighthouse CH

About the role

We are looking for awesome Behavior Technicians to join our crew of professionals. In this role, you’ll work one-on-one with children with autism and other special needs, bringing their personalized therapy plans to life under the guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

Responsibilities

• Implement creative and effective ABA therapy techniques under the supervision of a BCBA.
• Deliver personalized, high-energy therapy sessions tailored to each child’s unique needs and personality.
• Teach and reinforce social, communication, and behavioral skills in a fun, supportive, and structured environment.
• Foster a positive, engaging, and trusting relationship with your clients to champion their independence and well-being.
• Conduct assessments, collect data, and track progress.
• Brainstorm and huddle with your BCBA and the rest of our interdisciplinary team to review progress and tweak plans for the best results.
• Keep open, friendly communication lines with parents and caregivers, sharing updates and handy strategies they can use at home.
• Keep accurate, detailed documentation of your sessions and data collection.
• Dive into ongoing training and professional development opportunities to sharpen your ABA skills and grow your career.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in ABA therapy or working with individuals on the autism spectrum is preferred, but not required.

Qualifications

We’re looking for someone who is genuinely passionate about working with children on the autism spectrum, brings a massive dose of patience, empathy, and joy to the table, and is a fantastic communicator who can easily connect with kids, parents, and teammates alike.

• Is detail-oriented enough to follow treatment plans and track data accurately.
• Is adaptable, flexible, and ready to pivot to meet a child's unique needs on any given day.
• Has great time-management skills to keep their caseload running smoothly.
• Possesses a growth mindset—you love receiving feedback and are always excited to learn more.
• Has the flexibility to work hours that match our clients' schedules, including evenings and weekends.

Pay

$22–$25 per hour (plus plenty of room to grow).