ABA Therapist

ABA Therapist / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) / Behavior Health Technician

Job Description

Apply the principles of one-on-one ABA therapy to help children with Autism reach their full potential by reading treatment plan and program descriptions, implementing treatment in line with written description, collecting data, writing insurance notes, and implementing feedback provided by the supervisor during observation sessions.

Support the development of children in early childhood (ages 18 months to 8 years old) through engaging and fun therapeutic activities.

Collaborate with a team of individuals to optimize treatment, safety, and a fun working experience throughout the center.
Engage with children through play, movement, and imitation. For some kids this includes running, dancing, and singing silly songs. For others, this might look like reading a book, watching a video, or playing with cars. Keeping up with the energy and enthusiasm of the kiddos, actively engaging in play, and fostering a joyful atmosphere.

Effectively and positively communicate with stakeholders (e.g., peers, families, supervisors) to coordinate activities, celebrate successes, and advocate for personal needs.

Job Responsibilities

  • Be physically active and ready to move! This role involves engaging with young children at their level—which means being able to lift up to 30 lbs, bend, squat, sit on the floor, and move quickly to ensure safety and active participation.
  • Help create and maintain a welcoming, organized, and clean therapy environment where children can learn and grow through play.
  • Stay sharp and flexible—juggling multiple tasks or conversations while staying focused on what’s most important at the moment, especially when it comes to keeping everyone safe and supported.
  • Be a reliable team player. You’ll work closely with other staff across centers and may occasionally travel to nearby locations to lend a hand where needed.
  • Have access to dependable transportation and a valid driver’s license, so you can get to and from work (and any support locations) on time.
  • You must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
  • Willingness to complete your Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification within your first 20 days on the job—which includes finishing a 40-hour training course, demonstrating key skills in a hands-on assessment, signing up for the exam, and passing it.

Degree of Authority

The Behavior Therapist Supervisor/Level I provider must report to the QSP and BCBA as Altruistic Therapy LLC

Standards of Job Performance

Altruistic Therapy LLC expects the highest standards of job performance from the Behavior Supervisor/Level I provider as outlined on the performance review.