ABA Therapist | Center & In-Home Therapy

Recognizing Children's Gifts; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Recognizing Children's Gifts is seeking a Behavioral Technician/ABA Therapist to serve children with autism and related diagnoses in home, community, and school settings. The role applies Applied Behavior Analysis principles to motivate positive behavior and teach replacement strategies, with duties including direct client work, family training, and documentation.

The ideal candidate will help reduce challenging behaviors, maintain client dignity, and coordinate with other professionals.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent at application time.
• Associates degree is preferred.
• Coursework in social work, psychology, counseling, sociology or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct services to clients and implements daily activities per individualized treatment plan under supervision of a Behavior Analyst.
• Supports family training to integrate behavioral modification strategies at home or in natural environments.
• Completes all required documentation including behavioral data, daily notes, and weekly billing records.
• Uses safe and appropriate safety management protocols when working with clients.
• Collaborates with other service providers (Speech‑Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Physical Therapists) to ensure consistency for clients.
• Participates in weekly supervision with a Behavior Analyst to discuss updates and progress.
• Holds a valid Virginia State driver’s license and can transport clients as needed.
• Available full-time 7:30AM‑5:00PM and at least one Saturday per month (8:30AM‑1:00PM).
• Center-based technicians assist with transporting clients and must have a clean driving record.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Feedback acceptance

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Related coursework (social work, psychology, counseling, sociology)

Job description

Recognizing Children's Gifts is seeking a Behavioral Technician/ABA Therapist to serve children with autism and related diagnoses in home, community, and school settings. The role applies Applied Behavior Analysis principles to motivate positive behavior and teach replacement strategies, with duties including direct client work, family training, and documentation.

The ideal candidate will help reduce challenging behaviors, maintain client dignity, and coordinate with other professionals.