ABA Tech - Contingent Trainee

Easterseals MORC • Wixom, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Easterseals MORC is hiring an ABA Behavior Technician to provide therapy to children with autism. No prior experience is required; the role offers hands-on training and direct, in-person supervision from Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs). Technicians are paid for all time spent working, including documentation, setup and cleanup, training, team meetings, and one-to-one sessions.

The position is primarily center-based, with occasional home-based services as needed. Work is scheduled Monday through Friday, with shifts from 8:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. or 12:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.; evening shifts from 4:45 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. may be available during the school year. No weekends are required. Work locations are in Troy, Southfield, Auburn Hills, and Wixom, Michigan. The role involves working with children who may exhibit challenging behaviors.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Have a high school diploma.
• Have a reliable means of transportation and be willing and able to travel between sites.
• Have a valid driver's license and proof of auto insurance.
• Be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Be able to sit in a child-size chair or on the floor and quickly switch from sitting to standing.
• Be able to walk, jog, or run quickly.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with autism and related disorders.
• Experience working with children ages 0–16.
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism, primarily in center-based settings and occasionally in homes as needed.
• Teach communication, play, self-help, and social skills using ABA methods.
• Work with an onsite BCBA and follow their training, guidance, and real-time support during sessions.
• Collect data and accurately document sessions.
• Manage challenging behaviors with patience and professionalism.
• Assist with light cleaning and support children with daily routines such as dressing, toileting, and brushing teeth.

Benefits

• Paid mileage reimbursement.
• Paid time for documentation, setup and cleanup, training, team meetings, and one-to-one sessions.
• Hands-on training and direct in-person supervision from BCBAs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED