ABA Practicum Student

Carelinks ABA • Cedar Rapids, IA

8d • $48,000 - $58,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Carelinks is hiring practicum students who are currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an ABA master's program to support its in-home ABA team in Des Moines. This hands-on position provides field experience while helping improve staff performance, client outcomes, and service quality. The student works directly in clients’ homes alongside RBTs and BCBAs, providing coaching, support, and coverage as needed.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an ABA master's program.
• At least 600 practicum hours completed.
• RBT certification, or willingness to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
• SafetyCare certification, or willingness to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
• Strong coaching, modeling, and communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently in home-based settings.
• Willingness to travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Support onboarding and competency-based training for new RBTs.
• Provide in-the-moment coaching, modeling, and feedback in home settings.
• Step into sessions to support staff working with higher-needs clients or challenging behaviors.
• Assist with in-person observations and data collection for assessments.
• Help maintain treatment integrity and reduce drift in implementation.
• Collaborate with BCBAs on implementation of treatment plans.
• Provide direct-care coverage for up to approximately 20 hours per week to reduce cancellations.
• Identify training or support gaps and help address them proactively.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level