Part-Time 12PM - 4PM Child Behavior Therapist (RBT)

Lighthouse Autism Center•Portage, IN

13d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Lighthouse Autism Center is hiring a part-time Child Behavior Therapist (Registered Behavior Technician) to provide center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism, ages 18 months to school age. The therapist works one-on-one with children and collaborates with clinicians and behavior analysts to implement individualized therapy plans in a play-based, naturalistic setting. The role supports children's learning, educational and social progress, and preparation for transition to a more traditional school setting. It also involves tracking and documenting each child's progress. Lighthouse provides paid training toward RBT certification and additional training as employees progress through career levels. The posting describes opportunities for advancement, including progression from Trainee to RBT Trainer, and tuition reimbursement toward master's-level education in a needed field, with support toward BCBA certification. The listed hours are Monday through Friday, 12 PM to 4 PM. The posting also mentions a full-time schedule elsewhere, but identifies this opening as part-time and gives the specific 12 PM–4 PM hours.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Pass a background check and drug test at the time of hire.
Ability to lift or carry more than 50 pounds.
Ability to sustain physical impact to the body, such as being hit.
Ability to run, crouch, squat, kneel for sustained periods, bend at the waist to touch knees or toes, and sit on the floor or a chair for long periods.
Full range of motion in hands and arms, and ability to move quickly from standing to seated or kneeling without support.
Ability to communicate expressively and receptively, verbally and in writing.
Passion for working with children with autism spectrum disorder and their families.
Eagerness to contribute to a caring, team-oriented company culture.
Commitment to show up consistently and support learners' progress.

Nice To Haves

College degree; preferred but not required.
Experience working with children; preferred but not required.
Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license; preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one, center-based ABA therapy to children ages 18 months to school age.
Collaborate with clinicians and behavior analysts to implement individualized therapy plans.
Use play-based and naturalistic approaches in therapy sessions.
Help children develop skills and progress in educational and social settings, including preparing for transition to a traditional school setting.
Track and document each child's progress while implementing therapy programs.
Support children with autism and their families as part of a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

Paid training toward Registered Behavior Technician certification and additional training as employees progress through career levels.
Tuition reimbursement toward master's-level education in a needed field, with support toward BCBA certification.
Competitive pay of $20–$22 per hour and opportunities for advancement and pay increases.
Health insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance starting on day one.
$20,000 life insurance coverage at no cost to the employee.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
401(k) retirement plan with company match after 30 days.
Three weeks of earned paid time off annually.
Eight paid holidays per year.
Paid parental leave.
Supportive and fun work environment.