Behavior Therapist/Behavior Technician

Early Autism Services; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance options (for those >

Paid drive time

401k Retirement Savings Plan (4% match

BCBA exam supervision

Job summary

Early Autism Services in Milwaukee, WI seeks a dedicated Line Therapist to provide 1:1 ABA therapy in clients' homes. You will work with children ages 2-8 in highly individualized settings and involve families in sessions. Data collection and collaboration with a team of therapists are key parts of the role.

Part-time hours are available, with opportunities for growth as the program expands. A valid driver’s license and reliable car are required to travel between client homes in Milwaukee and

Qualifications

• This job requires a car and the ability to travel within the Milwaukee area and surrounding cities.
• Part-time and full-time hours are available.
• Bachelors degree or pursuit of degree in psychology, education, child development, or related field.
• Experience working with young children or children with disabilities.
• Ability to lift approx. 30 pounds and move easily from a seated position.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with children aged 2-8 in the client's home.
• Address skill areas such as conversation, fine/gross motor, self-help, and pre-academic skills.
• Engage families in therapy sessions and coordinate with a team of therapists.
• Collect data and use it to guide therapy decisions.
• Attend team meetings and travel to client homes on caseload.

Skills

ABA therapy basics

Data collection

Travel to client homes

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology or related field

Job description

Job Description

Comprehensive Early Autism Services (CEAS) provides in-home therapy for young children with autism. The program is based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.

Location: Milwaukee, WI
Employment Type: Part-Time
Salary: Competitive

Part-time hours available.

We are currently looking for a line therapist to work 1:1 with children (ages 2-8) in a highly individualized and supported environment. All therapy sessions are carried out in the client's home. The line therapist's duties and responsibilities include:

Responsibilities

• Working with the child in a number of 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 and making data-based decisions.
• Learning strategies and procedures to teach children with developmental delays.
• 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. Line Therapists 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 advance through life by helping them develop to their highest potential. This is a new branch, therefore the applicant will have the opportunity to advance and grow with the company!

Benefits

Benefits to a LIne Therapist position include not only the rewarding experience of motivating and inspiring children through ABA therapy, but also Health Insurance options (for those working 30+ hours/week), paid drive time, and a 401k Retirement Savings Plan (with a 4% match) for all employees who have been working with CEAS for a year or more. Supervision can also be provided for individuals planning to sit for the BCBA exam.

Requirements

• This job requires a car, and a willingness to travel within the cities of Milwaukee, Oconomowoc, Whitewater and/or other surrounding areas. Part-time and full-time hours are available.
• Part-time and full-time hours are available.
• Bachelors degree or pursuit of degree in psychology, education, child development, or related field.
• Experience working with young children or children with disabilities.
• All employees must be able to lift approximately 30 pounds and the ability to move easily from a seated position. (Behavioral Therapists working in homes spend 80% of the time sitting on the floor with their clients).