Mental Health Behavior Technician

ABA Psychological Services, P.C.; New York, Merrick (NY, NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to work with children and adolescents with autism using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). This part-time role involves implementing behavior plans, collecting data, and collaborating with families and a therapy team. Ideal candidates will have a background in psychology or education and a genuine enthusiasm for making a difference in the lives of individuals on the autism spectrum. Join a supportive environment that offers ongoing training and supervision, and help create engaging learning experiences for children and adolescents.

Benefits

Ongoing Training Opportunities

Supervision Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of an associate's degree in psychology, social work, or education required.
• Experience with special needs children is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavior plans from a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Collect and record behavioral data to monitor progress.
• Make learning fun and engaging for individuals with autism.

Skills

Behavioral Data Collection

Collaboration with Parents

Engaging with Children

Implementing Behavior Plans

Education

Associate's Degree in Psychology

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or Social Work

Master's Degree in Psychology or Social Work

Job description

We are looking for individuals to work with children and adolescents with autism using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). ABA therapists will work with individuals of all ages on the autism spectrum and their families in the home, community, and/or office settings in Nassau and Suffolk Counties (Long Island), and Queens. We offer excellent ongoing training and supervision opportunities. These are part-time positions. These jobs are available after school hours on weekdays, and on weekends.

Responsibilities include:

• Implementing behavior plans developed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Collecting and recording behavioral data to monitor the individual's progress.
• Making learning fun and engaging for children, adolescents and adults with autism.
• Working together with parents to teach a variety of skills to children and adolescents.
• Working collaboratively with a therapy team.

Requirements:

• A minimum of an associate's degree in psychology, social work, education, or a related field is required.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Experience working with children and adolescents with special needs is a plus.
• Enthusiasm, energy, and reliability are required.

Other:

We are especially interested in hearing from you if you are a teacher, special education teacher, teacher assistant, aba behavioral technician, psychologist, social worker, mental health counselor, Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Board Certified assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA), or have a bachelor's degree or master's degree in psychology or social work.