ABA Therapist (Child Care Experience Required)

Behavioral Health Works; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel Reimbursement

Flexible Scheduling

Professional Growth

Job summary

Behavioral Health Works in Boston, MA is seeking motivated Behavior Technicians (BTs) and RBTs to provide in-home, school, and community ABA therapy to children and adolescents with ASD. You will implement behavior intervention programs under supervision and help clients acquire communication, social, and daily living skills.

Ideal candidates are 21 or older, have 60 college credits or an RBT certification, and can commit to at least 10 hours per week, including after 3 PM, with reliable

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years old as required by MA state insurance for Behavior Technicians.
• 60 college credits or 6 months' experience with developmental disabilities or an active RBT certification.
• Available at least three days per week, 10 hours minimum, after 3:00 PM.

Responsibilities

• Provide ABA therapy in-home, school and community settings under BCBA supervision.
• Teach communication, social, play, and daily living skills.
• Track progress and collect data during sessions.

Skills

ABA therapy

Data collection

Strong communication

Child engagement

In-home therapy

Education

60 College Credits

RBT Certification

Tools

Smartphone

Electronic data capture

Job description

Join Our Team as a Behavior Technician at Behavioral Health Works!

Why BHW?

At Behavioral Health Works (BHW), we’re passionate about helping children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) reach their full potential through individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy.

Our team of Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), supervisors, and Behavior Technicians works collaboratively with children and their families to develop communication, social, play, and everyday living skills. We celebrate progress, support one another, and create meaningful opportunities for growth for our clients and our team members.

We’re looking for fun, energetic, and compassionate individuals to join our team as Behavior Technicians (BTs) and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs). If you enjoy working with children, want to make a meaningful impact, and are excited to grow your skills in ABA we’d love to hear from you!

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Competitive Compensation - $25.00/hr - $33.00/hr, depending on experience.
• Part-time employees have access to a wide range of voluntary benefits, including Dental, Vision, Identity Protection, Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Chiropractic Care, Voluntary Life Insurance, and AFLAC supplemental insurance programs.
• Company-Observed Holidays (Non-Working Days)
• Professional Growth - A role where you can keep leveling up
• Flexible Schedules - A schedule with balance
• Travel Reimbursement - Drive supported by us
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reduction for Partnered Universities: All BHW employees are eligible to enroll in bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral-level programs and take advantage of discounted tuition with all of our affiliated universities. Partners include: National University, California Southern University, Vanguard University, Capella University, Purdue Global, and William James University.

What You’ll Bring

• Provide in-home, school, & community-based ABA therapy
• Implement behavior intervention and skill-acquisition programs under the supervision of a BCBA.
• Teach communication, social, play, and daily living skills through engaging, developmentally appropriate activities.
• Track client progress & collect data during sessions
• Strong communication skills
• Fun, energetic, and able to keep up with active kiddos

Here’s What We’re Looking For

• Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement of 21 years, as mandated by Massachusetts state insurance requirements for Behavior Technicians.
• Minimum of 60 College Credits completed OR 6-months of recent work experience with children with developmental disabilities OR an active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification
• Must be available at least three days per week, totaling a minimum of 10 hours per week, including availability after 3:00 PM to accommodate client and family schedules.
• You’ll need reliable source of transportation & must be comfortable driving to client sessions
• Access and ability to use a smartphone or similar device with internet services capable of capturing client session data
• Must demonstrate strong communication skills, patience, professionalism, and the ability to engage actively with children.

Position Requirements

• Stay active throughout the day by sitting on the floor, kneeling, bending, crouching, standing, and frequently transitioning between floor and standing during therapy sessions.
• Bring energy, patience, and professionalism while actively engaging with children, implementing behavior support plans, and ensuring client safety by responding calmly and appropriately to challenging behaviors.
• Lift or assist children and equipment up to 50 lbs. (as required by assigned cases), complete documentation using electronic devices, and travel reliably between assigned client locations.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Expected hours

• Part-time 10 – 25 hours per week

• You have 6-months of recent experience as a Behavior Technician (BT), Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Paraprofessional, Instructional Aide, Special Education Aide, Direct Support Professional (DSP), Caregiver, Respite Worker, Youth Coach, Preschool Teacher, Teacher's Assistant, Childcare Provider, Nanny, Babysitter, Camp Counselor, Tutor, Substitute Teacher, Behavioral Health Technician, Interventionist, Social Services Worker, Foster Care Worker, Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), Autism Advocate, Mental Health Advocate, After-School Program Staff, Childcare Volunteer, or in a similar role supporting children and/or individuals with developmental disabilities.
• You are currently pursuing or have completed college coursework or a degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Child Development, Sociology, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences, or a related field.

You don’t need to have your entire career figured out to get started. If you’re passionate about helping children, eager to learn, and ready to make a difference, BHW may be the right place for you.