About Us:

At Optimal Beginnings, our goal is to empower children and young adults diagnosed with autism or other developmental delays so they can empower themselves.

We partner with families on that journey, and we are seeking committed team members who are passionate about partnering with and advocating for special needs children and their families. Check us out at www.optimalbeginning.com.

***Physical office location is in Vienna, VA. This is a fully clinic-based position.***

*NOTE: Part-Time Schedule is 2:45pm-6:45pm, Monday through Friday

HOURS ARE GUARANTEED, POSITION IS HOURLY. Client cancellations do not impact pay. Salary range for part time (20 hours/week) is $20-$25 per hour.

Position: ABA Therapist / Registered Behavior Technician
Reports To: BCBA Supervisor and Regional Practice Manager

RBT Duties and Responsibilities :

• Provide group behaviorally based treatment to children diagnosed with autism and/or other developmental delays in clinic setting based on individualized programming.
• Implement structured and individualized programs developed by supervisors to address challenging behaviors with corrective and acceptable behaviors to include the areas of: Language, social, academic literacy, fine and gross motor skills, executive functioning, self-management, self-help, and age-appropriate play by expanding communities of reinforcement.
• Maintain accurate documentation, data and input data daily on all designated programs
• Receive and attend ongoing training opportunities in the field of ABA
• BCBA Student Mentorship Program - BCBA students receive paid restricted and unrestricted hours towards BCBA/BCaBA program with additional stipend
• Complete clinical and administrative tasks as designated by a supervisor
• Communicate effectively with all clients and staff

RBT Qualifications :

• Bachelor's Degree or currently working towards a degree
• Registered Behavior Technician certification - if a candidate does not have a current RBT certification, Optimal Beginnings provides training and supervision to allow candidates to take the exam and obtain the credential. This must be completed within 60 days of hire.
• Experience/training in applied behavior analysis and autism spectrum disorders
• Experience working with typically developing children
• Must be energetic and love working independently, with a team and with individuals with developmental disabilities with autism and/or other developmental disabilities
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to use a variety of computer based programs including Microsoft Office
• Must be flexible, creative, and demonstrate strong organizational skills
• Must be highly motivated and self-directed
• Must maintain an active CPR certification throughout employment
• Background check required

RBT Requirements :

• Must have reliable transportation and willing to travel around the specified geographic area
• Must be willing and able to sit on the floor with children and physically be able to lift children up if necessary (up to 80 pounds)
• Must have worked in ABA field for at least 12 months.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Schedule:

• After school
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person