Behavior Therapist - Gaithersburg

Achieve Beyond Pediatric Therapy & Autism Services • Gaithersburg, MD

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About The Position

Achieve Beyond is hiring part-time, hourly Behavior Therapists to provide pediatric therapy to children in Montgomery and Prince George Counties. The company provides services to developmentally disabled children through ABA, speech, occupational, and physical therapy, with services offered in home, community, and clinic settings. The role provides direct ABA instruction according to educational plans outlined by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), with collaboration and support from clinical supervisors and administrative staff. The starting hourly rate is $20–$27; compensation depends on experience and education and will be discussed during the interview process.

Requirements

• Have at least 1–2 years of experience working with children ages 2–21 in a supervised setting, or successful completion of or current enrollment in an undergraduate program in psychology, healthcare, human services, education, or a related field.
• Successfully complete ABA training provided by Achieve Beyond, including online and in-person training.
• Be self-motivated, a team player, and demonstrate patience and professionalism.
• Have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Have excellent communication skills with children, family members, and supervisors.
• Be comfortable working in a home-based setting.
• Be able to travel to and from assigned cases by personal vehicle, walking, and/or public transportation.
• Be able to climb and descend staircases, regularly lift 10 pounds, and sit on the floor, kneel, and/or crawl for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Experience using ABA.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct ABA instruction according to the educational plan outlined by the BCBA.
• Participate in collaborative team meetings with the BCBA and other Behavior Therapists on the case.
• Communicate frequently with family members, providing debriefs after each session and resources and strategies for use at home and in the community.
• Collect daily data and organize the child's program book weekly.
• Maintain confidentiality of information about children and families in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Benefits

• Flexible part-time working schedules.
• Full practice management, including training and use of a paperless billing and data collection system.
• Access to a 24/7 online learning platform for clinical workshops and training.
• Dedicated clinical supervisors and administrative staff for ongoing support.
• Financial educational assistance program for select candidates.
• Discounts on retail products, services, and experiences.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, and a 401(k) with matching, based on caseload.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed