Job Description
Job Description
Nice to meet you! We're Kyo.
Kyo is a leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), an evidence-based therapy for individuals with autism. Kyo serves thousands of children and teens across ten states. Every day, we seek to achieve the unachievable for our clients.
As a Behavior Therapist (BT), you will work 1 on 1 with clients to implement our child-centric therapy model in home, school and / or community environments. In partnership with your clinical supervisor, you will incorporate each child's unique interests into fun, play-based sessions. Join our team to receive personalized mentorship and professional growth opportunities while making a difference!
Pay Range : $22.50-26.50 DOE
$1,500 Sign on Bonus for CBTs
Afternoon availability is not required for part-time CBTs
WHY CHOOSE US?
- Career with purpose : Transform lives by helping children with autism achieve meaningful outcomes.
- Flexibility : Balance work and life on your own terms.
- 1 : 1 Mentorship : Receive robust mentorship to grow & excel.
- Paid ABA Training : Attend our Behavior Therapist Academy with paid coursework.
- Company-Paid Credentials : We cover your RBT credentials or state licenses (i.e. RBAI, CBT).
- Professional Development & Training : Acquire skills that open doors across healthcare and beyond.
- Employee rewards : Enjoy referral bonuses, performance incentives, and more.
- Mileage Reimbursement : Get paid for drive time between clinical sessions.
- Employee Assistance Program : Access support and wellness resources whenever needed.
- Comprehensive Benefits : Medical, vision, dental and life insurance benefits for staff working 30+ hours / week, plus 401k benefits for all.
- Tuition Reimbursement & Supervision Hours : Get support for tuition (BCBA coursework and a generous discount on Purdue Global coursework).
- Inclusive Company Culture : We celebrate diverse perspectives as a driver of superior results.
KYO'S BEHAVIOR THERAPISTS (aka BEHAVIOR TECHNICIANS) :
Provide 1 : 1 play-based instruction to clients using techniques from the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), as directed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), in home, school, and community settings.Support clients and their families in achieving individualized and meaningful outcomes (for ex : learning to communicate their wants & needs, independently dressing themselves, or using coping strategies in place of challenging behaviors).Utilize safe & appropriate behavior management strategies when interacting with clients, some of whom may engage in physically challenging behavior(s).Utilize company-provided iPad for onsite data collection, and to report progress regarding client behavior with a high level of accuracy, consistency, and organization.Communicate clearly, respectfully and openly with all team members, clients, and clients' parents / caregivers.Participate in team meetings and employee trainings.Provide accurate and consistent availability and communicate any upcoming changes.Comply with all company policies, including mandatory reporting of child health & safety concerns as described in the company's employee handbook.WHAT YOU'LL NEED :
Experience and Interest in Child Interaction : Prior experience, formal or informal, working with children.Highly preferred : Current student or recent graduate and / or experience in a related field within the last three years.Part-Time Availability : Minimum availability options include either three afternoons and two mornings, or five afternoons per week.Full-Time Availability : Available Monday through Friday, 8am-7pm (a maximum 8 hours worked per day).Transportation : Reliable vehicle with valid in-state driver's license and insurance (public transit permitted for certain San Francisco cases). Willing to drive up to 45 minutes between client locations.Education and Age : High school diploma or equivalent and at least 18 years old.Background Check and Health Requirements : Ability to pass DOJ / FBI background check and TB test (if applicable).Certification : Willingness to obtain / maintain Registered Behavior Technician certification or ABA licensure, if needed.Technology Skills : Experience using a tablet, with preferred familiarity in Apple iPad and Google Suite, and ability to navigate various online platforms.Commitment to Development : Willingness to engage in ongoing training for clinical, professional, ethical, and technological skills.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Mobility and Physical Abilities : Must be able to walk, stand, squat, crouch, bend, stoop, sit on the ground, and quickly stand up from the ground or floor for extended periods.Manual Dexterity : Must possess the manual dexterity to enter data regularly into a computer, tablet, or phone.Visual Abilities : Requires close, distance, and peripheral vision, as well as the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to read and comprehend written communication from various electronic and paper sources.Auditory Abilities : Requires the ability to perceive sounds at normal to below-normal speaking levels (with or without correction) and to discern details and spatial cues in sound, including in noisy environments.Verbal Communication : Must be able to speak clearly to be easily understood and to receive detailed information through oral communication.Behavioral Intervention : If necessary as part of a Behavior Intervention Plan, must be willing and able to utilize safe and appropriate procedures involving quick body movements.Apply today to meet with our Talent team and learn more!