Behavior Therapist

Key Responsibilities: Behavior Technicians are essential in helping children build communication, social, and daily living skills. In this position, you will apply evidence-based behavioral strategies to teach new skills and decrease behaviors that may affect safety or independence. Applicants with coursework or degrees in psychology, education, human services, or related fields are strongly encouraged to apply. Success in this role requires dependability, empathy, professionalism, and a sincere commitment to supporting meaningful progress in children's lives.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, dependable transportation, and active auto insurance listing them as a covered driver. A current negative TB test is required. Strong interpersonal communication, problem-solving abilities, creativity, and professionalism are important for this position. The role may involve lifting up to 50 pounds and working collaboratively with the clinical team. In return, we offer competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and a supportive work environment that encourages continued professional development. Physical and Cognitive Requirements: Frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and transition between floor-level and standing positions throughout the workday. Actively participate in developmentally appropriate client activities, including floor-based activities, movement-based activities, transitions, and safety monitoring. Safely navigate assigned work environments, including homes, clinics, schools, community settings, and remote/telehealth settings, as applicable. Occasionally, lift, carry, push, pull, or move therapy materials and equipment, typically up to 50 pounds. Sit for extended periods while providing telehealth services or completing computer-based work as needed. Use hands and fingers to operate computers, keyboards, mobile devices, and other equipment requiring fine motor coordination. Maintain visual and auditory awareness to observe client behavior, monitor safety, and communicate effectively in both in-person and virtual settings. Read, understand, retain, and apply written and verbal information. Maintain attention, concentration, situational awareness, and sound judgment in dynamic environments. Collect, record, and submit accurate client data and session documentation. Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive information. Maintain professionalism and emotional resilience when addressing sensitive client or employee matters, complaints, and workplace concerns.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation: Ad Astra Behavior Analytic Services is an equal opportunity employer. Ad Astra prohibits discrimination and harassment against applicants and employees based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Ad Astra provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the application or interview process may contact hr@adastrabas.com.