ABA Therapy Behavior Technician- Part Time

Basics•Washington, DC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to clients primarily in their homes throughout the DC area, as well as in schools and community settings. Works primarily with Autistic clients ages 2 to 26, implementing individualized goals and written interventions developed by a BCBA. Teaches and supports language acquisition, behavior, social skills, and daily living skills. The role also includes collecting data, writing session summaries, communicating with families and service providers, and responding to crises as needed. The position requires travel throughout the DC area and the ability to work remotely from an office without daily coworker contact. The organization describes its approach as trauma-informed, kind, ethical, and innovative. Its stated beliefs include presuming client competence, supporting self-advocacy, honoring students’ ability to decline or request breaks, partnering with parents and other therapists, valuing data, listening to Autistic voices, and celebrating neurodivergence.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Must speak and understand English.
Must be able to sit on and stand up from the floor and run after a client.
Must have a cell phone with texting ability and internet access for daily email use.
Must be able to respond to messages within two hours.
Must have working knowledge of G-suite tools, including Gmail, Google Calendar, and Google Meet.
Must be able to work remotely outside an office without daily coworker contact.
Must be receptive to feedback during and after supervision and able to implement feedback in multiple settings.
Must be available Monday through Friday from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for sessions lasting 2.5 to 3 hours.
Must be available at least one weekend day for a three-hour session.
Must be available from 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. every eight weeks on a Tuesday for a team meeting.

Nice To Haves

RBT certification preferred.
One year of experience working in ABA preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct ABA sessions with primarily Autistic clients in homes, schools, and community settings.
Implement written interventions and individualized goals created by a BCBA.
Collect plus/minus data on correct answers and write a session summary after every session.
Communicate with and coach family members and home service providers on BCBA-directed interventions and goals.
Provide emergency response and crisis intervention as needed.
Complete administrative tasks as assigned, which may include creating content, completing online training, and making materials.
Maintain confidential knowledge of students and their families in accordance with HIPAA.
Travel to sessions throughout the DC area.
Perform other duties as directed by management.