ABA Technician (Lowell, MA)

Ne Arc; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Monthly billing bonuses

Generous paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

403B with matching

Job summary

Northeast Arc is seeking Behavior Therapists to provide home-based support as part of our ABA services in Billerica, MA. Full-time and part-time positions available, offering competitive pay of $23-26/hr based on experience. Qualified candidates may also be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $2000.

The ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and strong communication skills, providing a rewarding opportunity to work with children and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Ongoing training and comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Driver’s license and a personal vehicle.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50lbs required.
• Reliable with a high degree of professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide home-based support to individuals aged 0 to 3 years.
• Teach goals and strategies as outlined in treatment plans.
• Complete required session notes and client documentation.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Flexibility

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

Registered Behavior Certification

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

***Qualified Candidates may be eligible for up to $2000 sign on bonus***

Are you looking for a fun, rewarding, and lively environment to work in?

Join us at the Northeast Arc. We are currently looking for new and experienced Behavior Therapists to work in our home-based Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs. We provide services in a variety of locations throughout Eastern Massachusetts and offer services to individuals ranging from 15 month to 22 years.

Northeast Arc’s ABA Services

Our ABA services provide a continuum of consistent evidence-based direct care and services for children, teens, and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Individualized treatment programs are developed by a Board-Certified Licensed Behavior Analyst (BCBA/LABA) based on assessments, consultation, and person-centered plans, in order to meet the needs of the individual served. Our Behavior Therapists work in a team atmosphere alongside BCBAs, Early Intervention staff, families and caregivers. Our programs facilitate interactions through Natural Environment Training and capitalize on organic opportunities for engagement with our kids using an evidence-based approach.

• Service Areas: Lowell and surrounding towns; Dracut, Tewksbury, Billerica, Chelmsford, Tyngsboro, Dunstable, Westford, Carlisle, Bedford, Concord, Lincoln, Acton, Littleton, Boxborough, Stow, Maynard

Job Type: Full time or part time, onsite in home and community

Pay: $23-26/hr based on experience and education

Behavior Therapists will:

• Provide home based support to individuals 0 months to 3 years old
• Teach goals and skills outlined in the treatment plans and implement behavior strategies developed by the BCBA (clinical supervisor)
• Attend and contribute to clinical and non-clinical meetings, trainings, and individual supervisions.
• Complete required sessions notes and data and any additional non-clinical paperwork
• Insure the health, safety, and well-being of clients.

Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in psychology, early childhood education, or a related field required
  • Registered Behavior Certification may substitute education requirement
• Must have strong written and verbal communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, along with excellent organizational skills and flexibility.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Reliable, able to maintain confidentiality, and high degree of professionalism
• Valid Driver’s license and own personal vehicle
• Ability to drive, walk, stand, and climb stairs in office and variety of community-based and home-based settings
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50lbs

Why would Northeast Arc be a good fit for you:

• Flexible schedules – full time, part time and per diem positions available
• Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement
• Opportunity to work across multiple programs and age groups
• Initial and ongoing training and RBT certification
• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, such as: tuition reimbursement, monthly billing bonuses, generous paid time off, health, dental, vision, pet insurance, 403B with matching and much more!
• Employee appreciation events throughout the year

What Makes Us Different:

• Over 25 years of experience providing ABA services
• Individualized approach to therapy and use naturalistic teaching methods
• Opportunities to work across age groups and settings
• All female-led department
• Provide a wrap-around service model for families served (two different autism support centers, stakeholders, auxiliary services, just to name a few)
• Provide ample opportunities for unrestricted fieldwork hours for BCBA candidates