ABA Behavioral Therapist -- After School

Montclair Speech Therapy; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Job summary

A children's therapy center in Montclair is seeking an ABA Behavioral Therapist to provide therapy for children with neurodiverse abilities. Responsibilities include implementing behavior plans under the guidance of BCBAs, collecting data on client progress, and participating in ongoing training. Candidates should have prior experience with children, strong interpersonal skills, and a high school diploma. This per diem position offers competitive pay ranging from $22.00 to $26.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Prior experience with children in roles such as nanny or teacher.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Physical capability to kneel, squat, and engage with children.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavior plans designed by BCBAs.
• Provide direct one-on-one therapy to clients.
• Collect data on client progress.

Skills

Behavioral Technician

Interpersonal Communication Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

EMR systems

Job description

ABA Behavioral Therapist -- After School

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Job Description: Registered/ Behavioral Therapist --- PER-DIEM for AFTERNOON/EVENING HOURS 3:00-7:00PM

Location: 17 Watchung Plaza Montclair, NJ, 07042

Skills: Behavioral Technician

Hours: After school and weekends

Location of service: At MST Facility

As a Behavioral Technician with Montclair Speech Therapy, you will work with individuals with neurodiverse abilities to implement behavior plans designed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs). The technician will provide direct one-on-one therapy to clients ranging from 2 to 12 years old in the center. The technician will also collect data on client progress, communicate with the BCBA on a regular basis and participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities. Your contribution here is imperative for these children to develop interpersonal, social, and life skills.

MST is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavior plans designed by BCBAs
• Provide direct one-on-one therapy to clients
• Collect data on client progress
• Communicate with BCBA on a regular basis
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Teach specific skills required for skill acquisition and maladaptive behavior reduction.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Nurture a child’s social abilities.
• Assist in the maintenance of facility cleanliness.

Requirements

• Prior Experience with Children: May include work as a nanny, daycare provider, preschool teacher, babysitter, paraprofessional, etc. Physical demands may include kneeling, squatting, walking, running, and getting up and down from the floor repeatedly while interacting with the client during therapeutic tasks.
• Patience/Interpersonal Communication Skills: Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Basic Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office and Excel and EMR systems; Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Certification: High School Diploma required. Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) preferred but not required.

Benefits Eligibility

• While Per Diem employees are not eligible for company-sponsored health insurance benefits, MST is pleased to offer a competitive hourly wage that reflects the flexibility and value of the role.

If you are passionate about working with children and watching them learn and grow, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

Montclair Speech Therapy provided pay range

This range is provided by Montclair Speech Therapy. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$22.00/hr - $26.00/hr

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care