ABA Behavior Technician - 1:1 Therapy for Kids

Acorn Health; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement Plan

Other supplemental insurance options,

Job summary

Acorn Health is looking for Behavior Technicians to join our team and deliver high-quality, intensive ABA interventions under supervision of BCBA. You will work 1:1 with children in center, home, school, or other locations as clinically indicated.

Starting pay is $20 per hour. Benefits include paid time off, holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, retirement plan, and ongoing training plus tuition discounts with university partners.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience working with children highly preferred (caregiver, paraprofessional, daycare, etc!)
• Obtained or pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, teaching, or related field preferred
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Should enjoy working on an interdisciplinary team and collaborating with others
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Passion for helping others

Responsibilities

• Complete training necessary to provide therapy (requirements vary by state)
• Deliver 1:1 direct ABA treatment to clients to increase skills, decrease problem behaviors and strengthen the behavioral supports in place
• Work closely with the supervising BCBA and other team members to ensure high quality service delivery
• Support parent and caregiver training as directed by the BCBA
• Collect data and document client records to monitor progress and to enable the best possible treatment decisions
• Communicate regularly with parents, supervisor(s), and others as necessary to inform and improve treatment plans
• Provide services to clients in center, home, school, or other location(s) as clinically indicated
• Schedule may include driving between clients

Skills

1-2 years experience with children

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Detail oriented

Strong organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

Acorn Health is looking for Behavior Technicians to join our team and deliver high-quality, intensive ABA interventions under supervision of BCBA. You will work 1:1 with children in center, home, school, or other locations as clinically indicated.

Starting pay is $20 per hour. Benefits include paid time off, holidays, health/dental/vision insurance, retirement plan, and ongoing training plus tuition discounts with university partners.