ABA Therapist (BT/RBT) PART-TIME

Advancing Beyond the Spectrum•Lanham, MD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The ABA Therapist provides clinical skills instruction and behavior-reduction protocols based on Applied Behavior Analysis to children with autism and related developmental disabilities in home, community, and school settings. The therapist collects program data, assists with parent training and clinical assessments, and works with the BCBA and parents or caregivers to support goals developed for each child. This is a part-time position in Lanham, Maryland, scheduled Monday through Friday from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. The role requires in-person work at assigned home, school, and community placements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, or willingness to obtain it within 60 days of hire.
Current BLS certification, or willingness to obtain it within 30 days of hire.
Valid driver's license.
Reliable transportation and valid car insurance.
Ability to pass pre-employment state and federal criminal background checks.
Fluency in English.
Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skills accordingly.
Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to the company dress code.
Enthusiasm, professionalism, and a can-do attitude.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds and lift and carry clients with adaptive equipment.
Able to assume and maintain varied postures, including kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, and standing, for extended periods.
Able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods.
Willing and able to restrain, hold, or transport clients and use quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Intervention Plan.
Manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic-device functions.
Physically present at assigned job locations, which may include homes, schools, and community placements.
Able to receive detailed information through oral communication.
Visual acuity to read and comprehend written communications on computers, electronic devices, and paper.

Nice To Haves

Enrollment in or completion of a bachelor's degree in psychology, human services, healthcare, education, or a related field.
Experience working in an in-home setting.
Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one ABA therapy in home, school, and community-based environments.
Implement individualized treatment plans developed by a licensed and certified BCBA.
Collect data to monitor the progress and effectiveness of individualized treatment plans.
Provide regular written and verbal updates on treatment-goal progress.
Support the BCBA in training families to implement individualized treatment plans.
Communicate with parents and caregivers about client progress as instructed by the BCBA.
Use safe and appropriate handling procedures when working with clients.
Assist the BCBA with skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction assessments.
Prepare client materials as instructed by the BCBA.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.
Collaborate with the treatment team, including clients, parents and caregivers, outside professionals, and coworkers.
Attend required trainings to maintain and acquire technical knowledge.
Follow HIPAA regulations, uphold the BACB Code of Ethics, and follow company policies and procedures.
Contribute to the company culture.