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Per-Diem Behavior Technician (ABA Therapist)

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New Alternatives for Children, Inc. (NAC) is an award-winning not-for-profit agency in Midtown Manhattan, with a satellite Bronx office, dedicated to serving children and families with medical complexity, chronic health conditions, significant disabilities and behavioral challenges. To assist in achieving this mission, NAC is currently seeking a Behavior Technician (ABA Therapist) to join its Peter Haje Center for Autism.

The Behavior Technician will report to the Lead Behavior Analyst of The Peter Haje Center for Autism within the Comprehensive Healthcare Center (CHC) located at New Alternatives for Children, Inc. NAC’s on-site CHC includes Article 31 and Article 28 clinics and delivers a range of integrated interdisciplinary medical and mental health services. The hallmark of the agency is assuring quality professional and strength-based services to children and families involved in the child welfare system.

Agency Name: New Alternatives for Children, Inc.

Title of Position: Behavior Technician (ABA Therapist)

Position Type: Per-Diem (East New York- Home based services)

Pay Range: Based on Experience

Location: Home based services (Available case in East New York)

Department/Program:  The Peter Haje Center for Autism at New Alternatives for Children is one of many programs within NAC’s Mental Health Clinic, as part of the Comprehensive Healthcare Clinic. NAC’s Mental Health Clinic provides a full range of psychiatric and psychological services, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy. NAC provides ABA therapy as part of its Family Centered Treatment approach. Parents and caregivers are critical contributors to treatment, and valued members of each ABA treatment team.

Description of Responsibilities:

  • Deliver ABA therapy to clients who have autism, including but not limited to the use of, Discrete Trial Teaching (DTT), Natural Environment Teaching (NET), Reinforcement Systems, Extinction Procedures, Verbal Behavior, Task Analysis, Behavior Reduction, Adaptive Daily Living Skills Training, Vocational Skills Training and Social Skills Training
  • Understand and explain basic ABA principles
  • Implement Treatment Plan and Behavior Intervention Plan
  • Collect and graph ABA program and behavioral data per session
  • Take daily descriptive log notes of each session
  • Maintain client records and program data
  • Communicate professionally with caregivers and relevant NAC staff
  • Communicate consistently with Supervising BCBA/LBA
  • Must be available for afternoon hours on a consistent basis

Required Education and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work or related field (preferred)
  • Requires a minimum of 6 months experience implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy.
  • Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) preferred.
  • Experience working with individuals who present with challenging behaviors
  • Experience working with a variety of individuals is highly preferred.
  • Experience with AAC devices and/or picture-based communication systems

Required Skills:

  • Requires a minimum of 1 year experience working with children and/or young adults who have neurodevelopmental disorders, including autism.
  • Crisis intervention training is preferred but not required

These statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities associated with it.

How to Apply:  

Please indicate Per-Diem Behavior Technician (ABA Therapist) in the subject line when applying. Please submit cover letter and resume to: hr@nackidscan.org

For information on New Alternatives for Children, Inc., visit our website at www.nackidscan.org

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. was founded on the principle of inclusion. We strive to create and maintain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace at all levels. It is not enough to serve; we must strive to dismantle oppressive policies and practices.

Equal Opportunity Statement

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

New Alternatives for Children, Inc. was founded on the principle of inclusion. We strive to create and maintain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace at all levels. It is not enough to serve; we must strive to dismantle oppressive policies and practices. Please read our full DEIB Statement here.

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