Entry-Level Behavior Therapist with ABA Training

Aspire Living & Learning; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

FSA & HSA options

Lifestyle Spending Accounts (JOON)

403(b) Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Training & career growth

Job summary

Aspire Living & Learning is hiring compassionate, dependable Behavior Therapists to support children, adolescents, and young adults with developmental disabilities, including individuals on the autism spectrum.

This entry-level position provides hands-on experience in applied behavior analysis (ABA) with comprehensive on-the-job training, ongoing supervision, and support to help qualify for RBT certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; a combination of college coursework and relevant experience may be considered.
• Previous experience in ABA, education, healthcare, human services, behavioral health, or direct support is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized behavior support plans using applied behavior analysis techniques.
• Teach communication, social, motor, play, cognitive, and self-care skills.
• Support clients with daily living and personal care routines.
• Reduce challenging behaviors through approved intervention strategies.
• Collect accurate data on behavior, progress, and skill development.
• Follow written treatment plans, protocols, and safety procedures.
• Use prompting, discrete trial teaching, and naturalistic learning techniques.
• Apply prevention, redirection, and physical intervention procedures when necessary and properly trained.
• Maintain focus and attention for extended periods.
• Collaborate with behavior analysts, special education teachers, families, and other team members.
• Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and ongoing supervision.
• Adapt to daily schedule changes and changing client needs.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexible

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Aspire Living & Learning is hiring compassionate, dependable Behavior Therapists to support children, adolescents, and young adults with developmental disabilities, including individuals on the autism spectrum.

This entry-level position provides hands-on experience in applied behavior analysis (ABA) with comprehensive on-the-job training, ongoing supervision, and support to help qualify for RBT certification.