Child Care Provider

Lighthouse Autism Center•Cedar Falls, IA

23h•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The Child Care Provider (described in the posting as an RBT/ABA Behavior Technician) provides center-based, one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis therapy to children with autism, from 18 months to school age. The role works with clinicians and behavior analysts to implement individualized therapy plans in a play-based, naturalistic setting, support children’s educational and social development, and document each child’s progress. Employees receive paid training toward Registered Behavior Technician certification and may advance to RBT Trainer in 3 to 15 months. Lighthouse also describes clinical and learner-support career paths, including opportunities to pursue advanced education and BCBA certification.

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 and sustain physical 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 a seated or kneeling position 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 and commitment to consistently support a learner’s progress.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide one-on-one ABA therapy to children ages 18 months to school age in a center-based setting.
Collaborate with clinicians and behavior analysts to implement individualized therapy plans.
Use creativity and enthusiasm in a play-based, naturalistic therapy setting.
Support children’s progress in educational and social settings and help prepare them to transition to a more traditional school setting.
Track and document each child’s progress while implementing therapy programs.
Contribute to a caring, supportive, team-oriented environment and uphold Lighthouse’s stated core values.

Benefits

Paid training toward Registered Behavior Technician certification, with additional training as employees progress through career levels.
Tuition reimbursement toward master’s-level education in a needed field, with support toward BCBA certification.
Health, dental, and vision insurance beginning 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.
Competitive salary with opportunities for advancement and pay raises along the career path.