Part-Time Child Behavior Therapist (RBT)

Lighthouse Autism Center•Indianapolis, IN

13d•$18 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Lighthouse Autism Center is seeking a part-time Child Behavior Therapist (Registered Behavior Technician, or RBT) to provide center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism, from 18 months through 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 in developing skills for educational and social settings and preparing to transition to a more traditional school environment. Training is provided toward RBT certification, with additional training available as employees progress through career levels. The position is described as part-time, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.; the posting also includes a separate statement describing a full-time schedule of 40 or more hours per week.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Pass a background check and drug test at the time of hire.
Ability to lift and carry more than 50 pounds and sustain bodily impact, 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 in 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.

Nice To Haves

College degree.
Experience working with children.
Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one, center-based ABA therapy to children ages 18 months through school age.
Collaborate with clinicians and behavior analysts to implement individualized therapy plans.
Use play-based and naturalistic approaches in therapy.
Help children progress in educational and social settings and prepare for transition to a traditional school setting.
Track and document each child's progress while implementing individualized therapy programs.

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 salary and opportunities for advancement, with potential pay increases while progressing from Trainee to RBT Trainer.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
$20,000 life insurance coverage at no cost to the employee.
Employee Assistance Program.
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.