Behavior Technician, Willing to Train

Proud Moments; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision, 401k (for FT)

Job summary

Proud Moments ABA in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking Behavior Technicians to support one-on-one treatment plans under BCBA supervision in a center-based setting. This role offers opportunities for part-time and/or full-time hours, paid training, and a chance to contribute to children on the autism spectrum.

Ideal candidates are passionate about working with children, can handle a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively with families, and enjoy teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience working with children preferred.
• Experience supporting individuals with behavioral challenges or developmental delays preferred.
• Reliable personal transportation with the ability to commute consistently to assigned work locations.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with a client to implement behavioral plans designed by Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Collect data to monitor the progress and effectiveness of the individualized treatment plan and report progress.
• Support BCBA with training families on implementing individualized treatment plans.
• Be responsive to the needs and requests of clients, their families, and supervisors.
• Maintain clear lines of communication with families, supervisors, and other applicable parties.
• Physically keep up with clients as they move about the session area(s). This will require many physical activities including, but not limited to, standing, sitting, bending, lifting 25+ pounds, running, squatting, kneeling, and generally keeping pace with children from 2-15 years old.
• Any other tasks outlined by BCBA/LBA

Skills

Strong communication skills

Reliable work ethic

Team collaboration

Creativity

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Proud Moments ABA is a national behavioral health organization, providing the gold standard of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for children on the autism spectrum from birth to age 21. We are looking for Behavior Technicians (BT's) to join our growing team. Our BT's are an essential part of the treatment team- providing 1-1 specialized treatment in partnership with our Board Certified Behavior Analysts to our clients in a center-based setting.If you are looking for a career that allows you to provide life changing treatment to children this could be the role for you-if you have the passion we have the training!

What Proud Moments can offer you:

• Potential forpart-time and/or full-time guaranteed hours in a center environment
• Paid training and support to feel confident in your ability to execute treatment plans
• Competitive compensation
• Fun, challenging, fulfilling, team-oriented, work environment
• The ability to positively impact the lives of families and their children on the autism spectrum
• Career growth
• Medical, dental, vision, 401k (for full time employees)

If the below sounds like you, this may be the perfect fit:

• A passion and love for working with children
• Ability to work in an everchanging, fast paced environment
• Have a strong, reliable work ethic (your clients depend on you)
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with children and parents
• Fun, creative, and innovative ideas to engage your client

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with a client to implement behavioral plans designed by Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Collect data to monitor the progress and effectiveness of the individualized treatment plan and report progress
• Support BCBA with training families on implementing individualized treatment plans
• Be responsive to the needs and requests of clients, their families, and supervisors
• Maintain clear lines of communication with families, supervisors, and other applicable parties
• Physically keep up with clients as they move about the session area(s). This will require many physical activities including, but not limited to, standing, sitting, bending, lifting 25+ pounds, running, squatting, kneeling, and generally keeping pace with children from 2-15 years old
• Any other tasks outlined by BCBA/LBA

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Prior experience working with children preferred
• Prior experience providing support to children or adults with behavioral challenges, developmental delays, or special needs preferred
• Exposure to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other developmental disabilities is preferred, though comprehensive training will be provided
• Reliable personal transportation with the ability to commute consistently to assigned work locations