Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) / ABA Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

We’re hiring an ABA Therapist / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at our Johnston, IA center! You’ll be part of a fun, supportive team that works 1 : 1 with amazing preschool-aged children who are on the autism spectrum. Whether you're new to the field or already passionate about child development, this is a great place to start or grow your career.

No experience working in the Applied Behavior Analysis field? No problem!

We’ll train you in everything you need to know about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) , and you’ll keep learning through ongoing professional development. You’ll work closely with BCBAs, gain real hands-on experience, and have the chance to move up into senior clinical roles over time.

Experience in the following roles has proven to have a successful transition into the RBT role :

• Nanny
• Teacher
• Teacher Assistant
• Paraprofessional
• Special Education teacher
• Early childhood education provider
• Daycare Teacher
• Psychology Degree

Qualifications

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Required Skills and Attributes

Experience and Qualifications

Physical Requirements

Benefits

Hourly pay starts at $18.50 and goes up based on experience in the field of ABA.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide the best possible support to children with autism and their families by attracting, developing and retaining world-class clinicians and therapists. Stride has an unwavering commitment to meaningful outcomes. Please visit www.stridecenters.com to learn more about us!

Job Summary

Stride Autism Centers is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to work 1 : 1 with children with autism under the direct supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) . The RBT will implement treatment plans designed to enhance communication, self-help, social, and play skills. This role requires a high level of professionalism, empathy, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families.

Stride's Program

Stride’s center-based ABA program for preschool learners (ages 2-6) utilizes both structured and natural teaching strategies. Our full-day programs allow for predictable and manageable scheduling that results in superior client outcomes and enhanced quality of life for therapists. Our clinical team provides training and supervision that prepares you, the therapist, to positively impact the lives of the children we serve and their families.

We are an equal opportunity employer. At Stride Autism Centers, we are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to promote inclusiveness in everything we do. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), civil union or marital status, national origin or ancestry, military or veteran status, disability or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws. Stride is also committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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