ABA Therapist Contractor (BCBA Track/BCBA Student) - Part Time Clinic Location

Manhattan Behavioral Center • New York, NY

23d • Onsite

About The Position

Manhattan Behavioral Center (MBC) is seeking a positive, dynamic ABA Therapist interested in joining a therapeutic team where the goal is to offer every child the opportunity to thrive. MBC is New York City’s Leading Transdisciplinary ABA® Center for Children with Autism. Our collaborative and transdisciplinary ABA® framework consists of applied behavior analysis, special education, speech language therapy, physical and occupational therapy, sensory integration, group and social interaction, and family support for children – ages 5 to 21 – with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related neurodiversities. Our core values guide our day-to-day actions: A Transdisciplinary ABA® Approach, Responsibility, and Enhance. We feel a strong responsibility and are committed to building a better and more inclusive world for our students, family, and community. We provide evidence-based treatment plans to significantly improve everyone’s quality of life.

Requirements

• Enrollment or completion of a BACB-approved or verified course sequence ABA program.
• Experience working in a home-based and clinic environment preferred
• Must be able to work independently and maintain a professional yet friendly demeanor when working in the home and clinic.
• Must have a compatible device (iPad, Laptop etc.) to use for electronic notes

Responsibilities

• Implement ABA-based programs using DTT, Learn Unit, Task Analysis, probe data and NET teaching methods
• Collect program and behavior data which can include but are not limited to aggression, SIB, property destruction, elopement, stereotypy
• Implement research-based interventions to decrease interfering behaviors and teach replacement skills
• Engage in Safety Care holds/transport or disengagement tactics for students during behavioral episodes
• Prepare and organize teaching materials and teaching settings prior to each session
• Work collaboratively with team of ABA therapists, BCBAs, related service providers to implement student-specific strategies and protocols
• Report issues or challenges to BCBA Case Manager or Program Supervisor
• Show professional and calm demeanor throughout daily interactions with students, staff, parents, and visitors
• Engage and use Safety Care Intervention holds/transport or disengagement tactics for students during behavioral episodes. This may mean physically intervening after being trained thoroughly, to help deescalate children when they become a danger to themselves or others.
• Must be capable of safely and effectively performing these duties on students of varying heights
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Benefits

• Strong commitment to professional development with 5 days per year of guest speakers, workshops, and open forums
• Ongoing support from present and dedicated supervisors
• Consideration for future part-time and full-time openings
• Flexible schedule
• Join an organization where you can help build each child’s program from the ground up
• Work collaboratively with members of transdisciplinary teams
• Opportunities for growth across all companies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed