Wanted: Behavior Heroes (Coffee and Patience Recommended!)- BT in New Hartford, CT
About The Position
The Behavior Technician / ABA Para works one-on-one with an autistic child, using play, encouragement, and individualized support to help build meaningful skills. Activities may include practicing communication and turn-taking through games; crafts, puzzles, sensory activities, and creative play; and encouraging communication and everyday life skills in natural, engaging ways. The technician celebrates progress and tracks milestones with support from the clinical team, while creating a safe, positive environment where the child can learn, grow, and be themselves. Experienced clinical supervisors (BCBAs) provide guidance. Paid training is provided, and RBT certification is not required to apply. The position is located in New Hartford, Connecticut, with afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts available.
Requirements
- Be kind, patient, and genuinely enjoy working with children.
- Be reliable and show up consistently for the child and family.
- Be open to feedback and willing to learn.
- Be comfortable following individualized guidance.
- Bring a steady, encouraging presence to the work.
- Remain calm and flexible when activities or schedules change.
Nice To Haves
- Experience or interest in psychology, special education, speech-language pathology, social work, or a related field.
- RBT certification; however, it is not required to apply.
- Creativity, playfulness, and comfort engaging in silly or floor-based play.
Responsibilities
- Work one-on-one with a child using play, encouragement, and individualized support.
- Practice communication and turn-taking through games and other activities.
- Engage the child in crafts, puzzles, sensory activities, and creative play.
- Encourage communication and everyday life skills in natural and engaging ways.
- Celebrate the child's progress and track milestones with support from the clinical team.
- Create a safe, positive environment where the child can learn and grow.
- Follow individualized guidance and remain flexible as activities or plans change.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Flexible scheduling
- Guidance from experienced clinical supervisors (BCBAs)
- Hands-on experience that can support professional growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
