Behavioral Therapist

Everything we do is focused on a single goal: making a difference in children’s lives.

Join our team to enjoy – competitive compensation, free training, mentorship programs and a detailed Career Roadmap to support your growth with ATG.

ATG is looking for an eager, outgoing, passionate individual to fill an opening for a Part-Time Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)! ATG and its employees specialize in making a positive impact in the Autism community by providing home-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Sessions take place between one RBT and one client and are typically scheduled for 2-4 hours in duration. One RBT can have a caseload of 2-5 clients ranging in age from 2-25 and can expect to be scheduled during the hours 9:00 am – 8:00 pm Monday-Friday and/or weekends. This can vary depending on the needs of our clients. A fully trained RBT therapist can receive, on average, 10-20 hours/week.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Introduce and run therapy programs developed by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) during a 1:1 session with a client
• Take data during the session while targeting different skills related to social skills, play skills, basic life skills (brushing teeth, potty training), etc.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamentals of ABA through sessions being observed by your BCBA Supervisor
• Clients do sometimes exhibit more aggressive behaviors, so it’s important that you’re comfortable working with all types of clientele
• Desire to achieve positive outcomes for clients
• Represent the ATG and our mission positively in all interactions

Benefits:

• Free Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Training & Paid Certification Exam fee!
• Paid Training!
• Mileage Reimbursement between clients!
• Free Supervision hours for employees pursuing their BCBA certification!
• Opportunities for advancement!

Qualifications

• Certificate, Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in a behavioral health or related field (preferred).
• Obtain RBT Certification within the first 45-days of employment - all costs and supervision for this certification are paid by ATG.
• Additional certification may be required - all costs will be paid by ATG.
• Relevant experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills.
• Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.

Essential Job Functions

• Able to provide consistent attention and care for the client, up to 4 hour long sessions
• Ability to sustain long periods of sitting or standing
• Excellent communications skills to effectively interact with patients
• Ability to bend, squat, lift, and lower a minimum of 20 pounds (must be able to lift and carry clients)
• Must be able to have flexible scheduling

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.