Behavior Therapist/Behavior Technician

Early Autism Services; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance options

Paid drive time

401k Retirement Savings Plan (4% match

BCBA supervision

Job summary

Early Autism Services is seeking a line therapist to provide in-home ABA therapy for young children (ages 2-8) in Whitewater, WI. The role involves 1:1 sessions, collaborating with families, and data-driven decision making in a supportive team environment.

Part-time hours available with opportunities for supervision toward BCBA certification. Travel to client homes is required, and lifting up to 30 pounds may be needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or in progress in psychology, education, child development, or a related field.
• Experience with young children or children with disabilities is preferred.
• Must be able to lift approximately 30 pounds and move easily from a seated position.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 ABA-based therapy with children ages 2-8 in their homes.
• Integrate family into therapy sessions and coordinate with a team of therapists.
• Collect data and make data-driven decisions to guide therapy plans.
• Travel to client homes within service area and participate in team meetings.

Skills

Data collection

Team coordination

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: Whitewater, 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:

• 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 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, and/or other surrounding areas. 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).