Behavior Interventionist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification strongly preferred.
• Employees who are not currently RBT certified will complete the 40-hour RBT training course within their first two weeks of employment.
• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, Child Development, or a related field required.
• Minimum of two years ABA experience or implementing evidence-based treatments to neurodiverse children and adolescents with developmental diagnoses required.
• Experience working with young children required, with the ability to utilize play-based approaches to support learning, engagement, and skill development.
• Experience supporting children and adolescents with daily living skills, executive functioning, problem-solving, independence, and adaptive skill development.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between clinic, school, home, and community settings throughout Fairfield County.
• Ability to utilize electronic data collection systems and basic technology.
• Passion for working with children and families.
• Strong play skills and ability to engage children through age-appropriate, interactive, and developmentally appropriate activities.
• Ability to build rapport with learners through play-based teaching, social interaction, and positive reinforcement.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with supervisors and multidisciplinary team members.
• Willingness to receive ongoing coaching and clinical feedback.
• Professionalism, reliability, and strong ethical standards.
• Maintain RBT certification and comply with all BACB ethical and professional standards.
• Flexibility and adaptability across a variety of clinical environments.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, evidence-based care.

Nice To Haves

• Enrolled in or Graduated with a Master's degree or higher program in Psychology, Counseling/Therapy, Education, Social Work, Behavior Analysis, SLP, OT, PT or related field strongly preferred.
• Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, developmental disabilities, or behavioral challenges preferred.
• CPR & First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, one-to-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans and skill acquisition programs developed by the supervising BCBA.
• Deliver services across clinic, school, home, and community settings as assigned.
• Collaborate with teachers and school personnel to ensure consistent implementation of behavior support strategies.
• Collect accurate behavioral and skill acquisition data using electronic data collection systems.
• Communicate regularly with supervising BCBAs regarding client progress, treatment implementation, and clinical concerns.
• Assist with preparation of individualized teaching materials and therapeutic supports.
• Participate in parent coaching sessions as directed by the supervising BCBA.
• Collaborate effectively with families, educators, physicians, and members of Sasco River Center's multidisciplinary clinical team.
• Participate in regular supervision meetings, staff meetings, and ongoing clinical training.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical documentation.
• Follow BACB ethical standards and organizational policies to ensure high-quality, compassionate care.
• Perform additional clinical responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Complimentary 40-hour RBT training is provided for employees who are not currently certified or whose RBT certification has lapsed.
• Ongoing supervision from experienced Board Certified Behavior Analysts.
• Regular clinical mentorship and case consultation.
• Opportunities to collaborate with neuropsychologists, psychologists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, counselors, and educational professionals.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary pediatric evaluation and treatment.
• Opportunities for career growth as our ABA department continues to expand.
• Competitive hourly compensation
• Flexible part-time schedule (approximately 20 hours per week)
• Paid training and ongoing clinical supervision
• Collaborative multidisciplinary work environment
• Administrative scheduling support
• Opportunity for career advancement within a growing ABA program