ABA Therapist - Registered Behavior Technician (Toddler - Elementary)

Finni Health•Lansing, MI

13d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for energetic and playful early childhood behavior support specialists. We're a small, BCBA-owned company growing intentionally in Michigan communities. We're not a corporate machine churning through kiddos. We're neighbors, collaborators, and passionate humans who believe neurodivergent children don't need to be "fixed"—they need to be understood, supported, and celebrated. And we need you to help us do that. You won't be running boring drills at a table. You'll be: Playing with purpose - Building towers, racing cars, creating art, exploring parks—all while teaching communication, social skills, and daily living skills that actually matter Meeting kids where they are - In their homes, at schools, in the community (aka real life, where skills need to stick) Being a detective - Observing, collecting data, and helping your BCBA team understand what each unique kiddo needs Growing alongside your clients - Watching toddlers through teens gain confidence, make friends, and navigate their worlds more independently Becoming part of something bigger - Collaborating with BCBAs, SLPs, OTs, and families who genuinely respect your insights and observations

Requirements

Available to work 15 - 40 hours/week. At least 3 nights required between 4:00-7:00pm (Monday-Friday) — additional hours may be available, with potential to grow into full-time!
Previous experience working with children (we need to know you can hang with the kiddos!)
Completed or willing to complete the 40-hour RBT training before starting (We'll help you become fully certified within your first 30 days and cover your exam and application fees!)
Enrolled in (or planning to enroll in) a college degree/certificate program in Child Development, Psychology, Education, Speech & Language Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Nursing, or related field
Reliable transportation to get to homes and community sites on time
Ability to be physically active: sitting and standing frequently, lifting up to 50 lbs., getting down on the floor, shifting positions quickly (kids move FAST!)
A playful spirit - You're not afraid to be silly, creative, and spontaneous
Genuine warmth - Kids and families feel safe with you immediately
Keen observation skills - You notice the small stuff that tells the big story
Cultural humility - You respect and honor diverse families and communities
Patience and flexibility - Because nothing ever goes exactly as planned (and that's okay!)
Team player energy - You communicate clearly, ask questions, and share ideas
Tech comfort - You can navigate computers and tablets for data collection

Nice To Haves

Experience with neurodivergent kiddos (autism, ADHD, etc.)
Knowledge of behavior management strategies
Understanding of special education, IEPs, or care plans
Experience helping with activities of daily living (ADLs)
Teaching through play-based activities

Responsibilities

Providing 1:1 support using naturalistic, play-based ABA (no sad table drills here!)
Following skill development and behavior support plans created by our master's and doctoral level clinicians
Collecting meaningful data (frequency, duration, anecdotes) that helps us truly understand each child
Supporting social skills through modeling, prompting, and celebrating every small victory
Using positive reinforcement (because connection and joy are way more powerful than compliance)
Keeping everyone safe while having fun
Collaborating with your interdisciplinary team (BCBAs, SLPs, OTs) to provide seamless support
Building genuine relationships with families and keeping them in the loop
Getting regular coaching, feedback, and professional development from your BCBA supervisor
Growing your skills in child development, psychology, and behavioral science