About the role
Job Overview
Are you looking to launch a rewarding career in pediatric healthcare and behavioral therapy? We are seeking a motivated, energetic
Behavior Therapist (BT) Trainee
to join our team.
This position is ideal for candidates who want to gain hands-on clinical experience while working toward their professional certification. You will start by completing your competency training and will receive a guaranteed pay increase immediately upon passing your national board exam. In this role, you will work one-on-one with children on the autism spectrum, helping them build vital communication, social, and daily living skills.
Compensation Structure
- Starting Rate (After Competency Phase): $21.00 per hour
- Certified Rate (Upon passing the RBT Board Exam): $24.00 per hour
Key Responsibilities
- Complete Certification Requirements: Successfully complete the required 40-hour training course and pass your initial competency assessment.
- Provide 1:1 Therapy: Implement individualized behavior intervention plans with pediatric clients in a fun, play-based environment.
- Teach Vital Skills: Help children build functional communication, social interaction, and independent living skills.
- Manage Challenging Behaviors: Utilize positive reinforcement strategies to reduce safe-disrupting behaviors.
- Data Collection: Accurately track and record client progress on a tablet during each session.
- Clinical Collaboration: Work under the direct guidance and supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
Position Requirements
- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required (College coursework or a degree in psychology, education, or child development is a big plus).
- Physical Stamina: Ability to play on the floor, run, crouch, and lift up to 35 lbs to keep up with active children.
- Background Check: Must pass a comprehensive criminal background check.
- Reliable Transportation: Valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle (if traveling to in-home client sessions).
Preferred Experience
No prior ABA experience is required. We highly encourage applicants with backgrounds in:
- Childcare, babysitting, or nannying
- Camp counseling or youth sports coaching
- Preschool teaching or daycare assistance
- School paraprofessional or instructional aid roles
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