Behavior Therapist (ABA Therapist) - Lawrence

About Us :

Merrimack Autism Consultants is a privately owned organization founded in 2017 that offers individualized home-based services to clients on the autism spectrum. We are dedicated to providing family centered ABA services using evidenced-based Applied Behavioral Analysis methods, interventions and assessments. We are driven to build an inclusive community that embraces each other regardless of one's background. We provide services to a diverse population of all racial, ethnic, orientation and linguistic backgrounds. Our goal is to be a community resource that helps transform and improve the lives of families touched by autism.

Behavior Therapist Position :

Merrimack Autism Consultants is currently hiring part-time Behavior Therapists (BT) to provide 1 : 1 in-home ABA services. In-Home sessions are typically held between 2 : 30 pm and 8 : 30 pm, some morning / weekend sessions may be available. Applicants must be available to work an average minimum of 10-19 hours per week. Rate of pay will commensurate based on level of education and years of experience.

Behavior Therapist Responsibilities :

• Behavior Therapists work 1 : 1 directly with clients with autism using individualized ABA (applied behavior analysis) techniques created by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Provides support and guidance for the parent / caregiver implementing the behavior plan tactics for when the BT / BCBA's are not in the home.
• The Behavior Therapist will collect data focused on skills and behaviors, conduct discrete trials daily to ensure the client's progress is monitored and objectives are met according to the individualized plan.
• Communicate in a timely manner any concerns, progress etc. to both the client's family and supervisor.
• Complete the 40 hour Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training, sit for and pass the RBT exam, within 90 days of hire.

What do we offer? :

Qualifications :

Not Required but Preferred Qualifications :

Part-Time Position, Salary varies on experience.