ABA Behavior Therapist - La Crosse

Partners In Excellence•La Crosse, WI

3d•$19 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Partners In Excellence is seeking a Behavior Therapist to provide early intensive therapy to young children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in a healthcare setting. The center uses simulated real-life environments where children practice skills one-on-one or in small groups. Behavior Therapists receive a paid two-week training program to learn ABA techniques and implement targeted curriculum using a variety of teaching methods. Clinical staff provide supervision, ongoing coaching, and professional development opportunities as staff accumulate clinical and supervision hours. Each new staff member is assigned a mentor. The position works under supervision and provides direct therapy to a team of 4–6 clients according to their treatment plans. Therapists document services and client progress, communicate with parents and colleagues, and help maintain a safe, organized, and sanitary center. The role also includes helping clients with personal care and protecting confidential client information. Full-time and part-time schedules are available Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must successfully pass initial and subsequent background checks; disqualifying history includes felonies, substantiated client maltreatment or vulnerable adult incidents, or disqualifying misdemeanors.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to be playful, enthusiastic, and bring a high level of energy to therapeutic situations.
Ability to make sound decisions and use good judgment when dealing with clients, parents, and coworkers.

Nice To Haves

Previous behavioral therapy experience.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Knowledge of teaching procedures associated with Verbal Behavior Therapy.
General knowledge of typical and special needs clients.
Experience working with culturally diverse populations is encouraged.

Responsibilities

Provide direct therapy under supervision to a team of 4–6 clients, following treatment plans and ensuring goals and objectives are addressed.
Document therapy services accurately and promptly, including daily treatment notes, data collection, reporting, and client communications.
Read written treatment directions, collect numeric data, and write progress notes.
Protect client protected health information and follow Partners In Excellence’s privacy policies and procedures; report violations to a direct or clinical supervisor.
Complete required technical training and participate in ongoing training opportunities.
Redirect, intervene, observe, and monitor client behaviors.
Use problem-solving skills and make appropriate decisions.
Work collaboratively with a team, accept corrective feedback, and comply with supervisory direction.
Communicate effectively with parents, coworkers, and supervisors, including sharing daily progress and client concerns with appropriate staff.
Demonstrate dependability and consistency in therapy and other job-related activities.
Organize and clean client spaces and equipment, and help keep the facility safe, organized, and sanitary.
Assist clients with personal care, including dressing, toileting, hygiene, food, nutrition, and diet needs.
Attend and participate in meetings.
Report safety concerns to the Center Manager or direct supervisor.
Work in an assigned area or areas of the center-based program.
Perform other duties as assigned.