Behavior Therapist

Company: South Shore Autism Center LLC
Location: Quincy
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Description: South Shore Autism Center is looking to grow our team with enthusiastic Behavior Therapists! We have Full-Time Behavior Therapist positions in our Quincy, Norwell Centers with stable hours and benefits.Position SummaryLocation: Center-basedGuaranteed 35-40 hours per week!Schedule: Monday-FridayHours: Varies between 8:30am-6:15pmEssential Job Functions/ResponsibilitiesProvide direct services to clients (ages 2-13) with autism in SSAC's early childhood autism center and social skills groupsImplement ABA instructional programmingRemain positive and actively engaged with client during ABA sessionFollow supervising BCBA behavior and teaching plansReport any clinical or family concerns to supervising BCBACollect data on child's skills, challenging behaviors, and overall progressComplete daily client session notesDeliver and maintain consistent, punctual, reliable service per the client's service scheduleCommunicate professionally with family, team, and supervisorsWork cooperatively with a team of support staffParticipate in company Safety Care training for initial and re-certificationContribute to site-specific and company-wide projects and tasks as directedParticipate in clinical meetings, staff meetings, and professional development daysProtect the confidentiality of the client and familyQualifications (Education/Knowledge, Skill, Proficiencies)Associates degree; bachelor's degree in education, psychology, or related field preferredPrior experience with ABA or working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferredThree (3) years' experience working with childrenTwo (2) references from a professional or academic supervisorReliable transportation and a valid driver's licensePhysical ability to occasionally lift, transport clients or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; physical ability to move quickly to follow clients when walking or runningMust consent to a criminal background investigationWorking Conditions and Physical EffortThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Behavior Therapist encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Physical Demands/EffortsWork performed requires extended periods of walking and standing and constant movement throughout the day, e.g. this is not a seated or stationary positionWork may require assisting clients as necessary, including but not limited to: grooming/ hygiene routines, eating routines and responding to behavioral incidentsWork may require occasional physical exertion including stooping, kneeling, crouching, and some lifting of objects weighing up to 40 poundsWork may require staff to sit or kneel on the ground with clients including the ability to quickly rise to a standing position if neededThis company utilizes Safety Care procedures. All staff are required to complete and pass company provided trainingBenefits include, but are not limited to:Health InsuranceHealth Savings AccountDental InsuranceVision InsuranceCompany paid Life InsurancePaid time off including vacation, personal and sick timePaid holidaysNo forced cancellationsCompetitive pay ratePaid trainingReferral programTuition reimbursementCompany provided tabletsAdvancement opportunitiesHigh quality supervision for those seeking BCBA certificationRegistered Behavior Technician (RBT) training and supervisionPay rate increase when RBT credential is obtained or for those already with the credentialVisit us @ www.ssautismcenter.comAMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACTSouth Shore Autism Center complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and state disability laws. This means that we will not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability in any phase of the employment relationship including application for employment, hiring, promotions and/or advancement opportunities, termination, compensation, training and any other conditions or privileges of employment.Requirements:Qualifications (Education/Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)Associates degree; bachelor's degree in education, psychology, or related field preferredPrior experience with ABA or working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferredThree (3) years experience working with childrenTwo (2) references from a professional or academic supervisorReliable transportation and a valid driver's licensePhysical ability to occasionally lift, transport clients or equipment weighing up to 40 pounds; physical ability to move quickly to follow clients when walking or running Availability to work until 6:30 PM at least two (2) days per weekMust consent to a criminal background investigation Compensation details: 20-25 Hourly WagePI731c5c0e9245-25660-36399736

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