Classroom Behavior Therapist (RBT / Paraprofessional) - Delaware County, PA

GAMUT Behavioral Services • Media, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

GAMUT Behavioral Services is hiring motivated educators to support students with social and behavioral challenges in school settings in Media, Pennsylvania. The role provides one-on-one support to a student in a classroom as part of school-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services. Behavior Technicians implement individualized goals designed and maintained by a special education teacher and/or Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and gather quantifiable data so those professionals can evaluate the plan’s effectiveness. Training is provided for candidates who are a good fit. A full-time caseload must be maintained for the position described, although the posting also notes that full-time and part-time options are available. The role does not involve home-based services or travel to clients’ homes.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have the desire and ability to work with school-aged children with behavioral challenges.
• Must have good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Must be technically savvy and able to complete documentation in a timely manner using a mobile device.
• Must successfully complete a criminal history background check and required clearances and documentation before starting: Child Abuse (Act 151) Clearance; PA State Criminal (Act 34) Clearance; PA Department of Education; FBI fingerprints; CPR/First Aid Certification; TB screening completed within 12 months; and diploma or official transcripts.

Nice To Haves

• Current or recent experience in special education, ABA, autism, childcare, or other work supporting individuals with disabilities is preferred but not required.
• Preferred experience includes ABA, autism support, behavior support, special education, working with individuals with disabilities, classroom assistance, behavior technician, behavior interventionist, and paraprofessional.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to a student in a classroom setting.
• Implement individualized goals designed and maintained by a special education teacher and/or BCBA.
• Gather quantifiable data for the teacher and/or BCBA to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan in achieving goals and objectives.
• Complete documentation in a timely manner using a mobile device.

Benefits

• $1,000 bonus: $500 at 3 months and $500 at 6 months.
• Supportive work environment.
• Free training to become a successful Behavior Technician/Paraprofessional.
• School-based hours, Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., with no evenings, nights, or weekends.
• No home-based services or travel to clients’ homes.
• Health and dental benefits, PTO, and 401(k) with matching.
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications.
• Free comprehensive BCBA program and supervision for those seeking this certification.
• Full-time and part-time options available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED