Applied Behavior Analyst Therapist

Brennan Behavior Group•Lafayette, LA

3d•$17 - $19

About The Position

Brennan Behavior Group is hiring ABA Behavior Technicians (also called Line Technicians) to provide Applied Behavior Analysis-informed therapy to children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other related disabilities. This entry-level role offers opportunities for advancement and involves working alongside a team of BCBAs, Clinical Psychologists, Social Workers, and Certified Teachers. The Behavior Technician implements individualized behavioral programming in clients’ homes, schools, centers, or other natural environments. The role includes teaching social, communication, and daily living skills; responding to and minimizing challenging behaviors; creating motivating activities; collecting program data and entering, tracking, and reviewing it through an online system; and supporting parents, teachers, and caregivers. The work is described as fun, flexible, and rewarding.

Requirements

Previous experience with autism or ABA is helpful and required for most positions.
Strong verbal communication skills, including speaking and listening.
Strong interpersonal skills.
No past criminal history.
A genuine passion for working with children with special needs.
Must be able to sit on the floor for long periods.
Must be able to stand on their feet for long periods.
Must be able to carry at least 50 pounds as needed.
Must be able to react quickly when needed.
United States work authorization is required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
Registered or currently registering as a Registered Line Technician with the Louisiana Behavior Analyst Board.

Responsibilities

Implement individualized behavioral programming in a child’s home, school, center, or other natural environment.
Teach skills such as social, communication, and daily living skills.
Respond to and minimize difficult or disruptive behaviors.
Create a fun and motivating experience to support each individual’s performance.
Collect data on programming targets and use an online system to enter, track, and review progress.
Provide support to parents, teachers, and caregivers.
Stay within five feet of the client at all times, including during client elopement.
Actively engage clients in interactive games and activities that support their functional goals.
Implement interventions to prevent, reduce, or de-escalate challenging behaviors.