Behavior Therapist

The-J-Arthur-Trudeau-Memorial-Cente; Apponaug (RI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Training programs

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center is seeking a Behavior Therapist to work one-on-one with children in home and community settings.

Under a Behavior Analyst and Lead Therapist, you will implement individualized programs, collect data, and support goals with hands-on, meaningful impact for families. The role requires a high school diploma (bachelor's preferred), driving access, and a flexible, team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience with children in any setting welcomed.
• Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle.
• Willingness to work in home and community settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-on-one behavior support in home and community.
• Follow treatment plans and instructional strategies created by the clinical team.
• Collect and manage behavioral data.
• Maintain strong communication with families, therapists, and supervisors.
• Assist with skill-building around self-care, safety, and independence.
• Be an engaged team member—attend trainings, meetings, and contribute ideas.
• Support families in navigating day-to-day challenges with compassion and professionalism.

Skills

Teaching

Caregiving

Team player

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in Education or related field

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center Home Based Children's Services - Warwick, Rhode Island Open in Google Maps

Behavior Therapist

Job Details

Job ID: 5916962

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 08, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

Who We Are

At the J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center, we’ve spent over 60 years championing the rights, dignity, and potential of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our programs uplift individuals of all ages—at home, in the classroom, and in the community—and we’re just getting started.

About the Role

As a Behavior Therapist, you'll work one-on-one with children in their homes and communities to bring behavior support plans to life. Under the guidance of a Behavior Analyst and Lead Therapist, you’ll implement individualized programs, collect and manage data, and support progress toward goals. Your impact will be hands‑on, meaningful, and deeply appreciated by the families you support.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver individualized behavior support services at home and in the community
• Follow treatment plans and instructional strategies created by the clinical team
• Collect and manage behavioral data—yes, we love a good graph!
• Maintain strong communication with families, therapists, and supervisors
• Assist with skill‑building around self‑care, safety, and independence
• Be an engaged team member—attend trainings, meetings, and contribute ideas
• Support families in navigating day‑to‑day challenges with compassion and professionalism

What You Bring

• High school diploma required, bachelor’s degree in education or a related field preferred
• Experience working with children in any setting (teaching, caregiving, tutoring—all welcome!)
• A valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and current auto insurance
• Comfort working in various environments—home, community, sometimes on the move
• A flexible, teachable attitude and a team‑player mindset

Why Join Us

• Mission‑driven culture that values people first
• Robust paid time off to support work‑life balance
• Paid holidays
• Low-cost medical, dental & vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Paid training and certification programs
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Wellness incentives and employee referral bonuses

Be Part of Something Bigger.

If you’re passionate about helping kids grow, families thrive, and communities become more inclusive, this is the role for you.

Come be part of a team that sees potential everywhere.

Position Type:

Full-time

Salary:

$25 to $25 Per Hour

Job Categories:

• Special Education > Alternative Learning Environment
• Special Education > Autism
• Special Education > Early Essential Education
• Special Education > General Special Education
• Special Education > Learning Disabled
• Special Education > Mentally Disabled

Welcome to Home Based Children's Services

HBCS programs are funded by the Rhode Island Department of Human Services as a component of Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic, and Treatment. The services are for children and adolescents up to the age 21 with medical, physical, behavioral, developmental and/or psychiatric conditions who meet certain eligibility requirements. The programs are designed to address the unique concerns of each child in order to maintain, stabilize, and/or improve current levels of functioning. The services are delivered in the child’s home, the Trudeau Center, and the community. The department of HBCS houses multiple programs under this umbrella, including the ABA-HBTS Program which is a collaborative effort between HBCS and Pathways Strategic Teaching Center (PSTC).

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Samantha Moore , Clinical Director - ABA HBCS
• 3445 Post Road
• Warwick, Rhode Island 02886
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]