Behavior Technician

Cultivate Behavioral Health & Education; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 26,174 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Cultivate Behavioral Health & Education is seeking a Behavior Therapist to deliver in-home ABA therapy and track progress with families in the Kansas City area. You will collaborate with a BCBA and implement behavioral strategies tailored to each child’s plan.

We offer full training for newcomers and growth opportunities, with a supportive team and a focus on positive reinforcement and ethical care.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or College Degree.
• Experience: Childcare, healthcare, or mental health preferred (but training provided).
• Dependability: Consistency and reliability crucial for the child's success.
• Integrity: You will work in the child's home without constant supervision.
• Positivity & Patience: Positive reinforcement and repetition are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide one on one in-home Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy.
• Collect behavior and skill acquisition data during sessions.
• Conduct Discrete Trials, Natural Environment Teaching, and various teaching/reinforcement methods per the Behavior Support Plan.

Skills

Data collection

Written communication

Oral communication

Reliability

Positive reinforcement

Education

High School Diploma or College Degree

Job description

Pay or shift range: $19 USD to $20 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job‑related reasons.

Description

If you are passionate about improving the lives of children on the spectrum and want to work for a company that prioritizes integrity, creativity, and compassion, please keep reading. We provide full training for those just starting their careers in the ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) field and room for growth for more experienced candidates.

Here’s what we offer:

• Competitive Pay: $19 (If RBT certified, then $19-20 based on experience in ABA)
• A Rewarding Career: Helping kids achieve their goals!
• Additional Income: Bonuses, raises, and incentives.
• Training: Ongoing training and support
• Culture: Innovative, Creative, and Ethical
• Growth: RBT Certification and aspiring BCBA program

Here’s what we need from you:

• Education: High School Diploma or College Degree
• Experience: Childcare, healthcare, or mental health preferred (but we will train the right candidate)
• Dependability: Consistency and reliability is crucial for the child's success
• Integrity: You will work in the child's home without constant supervision
• Positivity & Patience: It's all about positive reinforcement and repetition

Behavior Therapist Job Responsibilities:

• Provide one on one in-home Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy
• Collect behavior and skill acquisition data during sessions
• Conduct Discrete Trials, Natural Environment Teaching, and various teaching/reinforcement methods in line with the Behavior Support Plan.
• Work collaboratively with a BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) to implement basic principles and teaching procedures of ABA therapy.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong technology skills for data collection and entry
• Professional written and oral communication skills
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude while being an active participant who contributes to team activities, meetings, and training
• Ability to set and achieve goals that benefit the patient, the team, and the BT/RBT
• Ability to receive feedback, coaching, and counseling while maintaining a positive attitude and commitment to be a continuous learner
• Ability to pass a background screen, reference checks, and drug screen

Physical Working Conditions:

• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and spend time standing as well as an ability to lift items up to 50 lbs
• Endurance to move quickly from a seated position to a standing position to accommodate the treatment plan and/ or for the safety of the patient
• Requires eye‑hand coordination and manual dexterity enough to operate office equipment, etc.

At Cultivate we celebrate and support diversity. We thrive off our differences to provide the highest quality practices for our communities. Cultivate is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and provides equal employment opportunities to all team members and applicants. Our policies and practices prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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