Behavior Technician- Gaithersburg

Early Autism Services; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Compensated drive time

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Early Autism Services (CEAS) is seeking a Behavior Technician in Gaithersburg, MD to support young learners with autism through ABA-based therapy at home, in school, and in the community.

You will work one-on-one with children ages 2-10, track progress, involve families in sessions, and collaborate with a team of therapists while traveling to client homes as needed.

This full-time position offers growth opportunities, health insurance options, compensated drive time, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• This position requires a car and willingness to travel within the greater D.C. area (Maryland).
• A Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, child development, or a related field.
• Experience with young children or individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Working with the child in many skill areas, such as conversation skills, fine/gross motor skills, self-help skills, and pre-academic skills.
• Integrating the child's family into therapy sessions.
• Data collection
• Attending team meetings and coordinating with a team of therapists.
• Traveling to the home of each client on the therapist's case load.

Skills

Data collection

Team collaboration

ABA therapy basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, or child development

Job description

Job Description

Comprehensive Early Autism Services (CEAS) provides therapy in the home, school, and community for children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Our program is based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.

Location: Gaithersburg, MD

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $18.00 - $20.00

Job Description

Comprehensive Early Autism Services (CEAS) provides therapy in the home, school, and community for children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Our program is based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.

We are currently looking for individuals to assist in the treatment of young learners (ages 2-10) in a highly individualized and supportive environment. The duties and responsibilities of the position include:

• Working with the child in many skill areas, such as conversation skills, fine/gross motor skills, self-help skills, and pre-academic skills.
• Integrating the child's family into therapy sessions.
• Data collection
• Attending team meetings and coordinating with a team of therapists.
• Traveling to the home of each client on the therapist's case load

Working with CEAS provides an opportunity for personal and career growth. Behavior Technicians with CEAS advance their communication, professional, and therapeutic skills, while working individually and alongside a team of therapists. Strong candidates will be able to display a commitment to helping children achieve their highest potential.

Beyond the rewarding experience of motivating and inspiring children through ABA therapy, benefits for CEAS employees include health Insurance options for full time employees, compensated drive time, and a 401k Retirement Savings Plan. Our experienced BCBAs offer BCBA, BCaBA, and RBT supervision.

Requirements

• This position requires a car and a willingness to travel within the greater D.C. area (Maryland)
• A Bachelors degree in psychology, education, child development, or a related field
• Experience with young children or individuals with disabilities