About this opportunity
Akaba LLC lists this Behavior Technician - Worcester opportunity in worcester, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Spring 2026 is the season to grow your Career as an ABA Therapist!
Do you have a passion for helping others and an interest in teaching useful skills?
Are you in search of a position that offers custom scheduling and opportunities for professional career growth?
Do you have experience working or volunteering with children or people with special needs?
Apply today to learn how to join the AKABA team as an ABA Behavior Therapist and work with kids with Autism!
Required:
Must have reliable, personal transportation
Must have a Driver's License
Must be able to work at least 10 hours per week (mostly afterschool hours between 3-8 PM)
Must have High School Diploma/GED
Some Saturday availability is preferred but not required.
What we offer: Flexible Scheduling
Free, Online 40-hour RBT Online Program
Paid Orientation
Pay starts at $20.00 - $23.00 per hour with increases of $1-$3 in the first 3-6 months.
Tablet for data collection and toys/materials for client engagement
401K with matching
Federal Holidays Off
Mileage reimbursement & Travel Time Pay (per policy)
Case matching: 1-2 regularly assigned clients with whom you can build rapport with over time
Supportive Environment with Ongoing Training and BCBAs with smaller/limited caseloads
About the ABA / BT Position:
Under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, the Behavior Technician or ABA Therapist role provides 1-to-1 Applied Behavioral Analysis services to children diagnosed with Autism (ASD). Therapy sessions usually run 3-4 hours and primarily take place during after school hours in the client's home, Community, and/or at our Center. Our team focuses on assigning cases as locally as possible (usually within 30 minutes) to your home address or regular school/other work location
Travel time pay and mileage reimbursements are available (when applicable).
This role is also known as: ABA Therapist, ABA Techs, ABA Technicians, Behavior Therapist, Behavior Technician, Registered Behavior Technician, ABA Instructor, ABA Tutor
Qualifications of an ABA Therapist / Behavior Technician High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)
Valid Driver's License (Required)
Friendly, energetic, and enjoys working with individuals with special needs
Experience working with children
Ability to attend an initial orientation
Timely and organized
Ability to work independently
Proven ability to communicate effectively within a variety of situations
Responsibilities of an ABA Therapist / Behavior Technician Creating a fun and engaging learning environment
Working under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Working with families for effective collaboration
Submitting all required paperwork in a timely manner
Electronic Data collection
Implementing individualized behavior support plans
Implementing skill acquisition programs
Applicants who enjoy and excel in this role may have worked as a: Paraprofessional, Teacher, Assistant Teacher, Teacher's Aide, Instructional Aide, Daycare Assistant, Childcare worker, Rehabilitative Assistant, Educational Associate, Educational Assistant, Nanny, Tutor, Home Care Aid, Mental Health Therapist, PCA, HHA, CNA, Home Health Worker, Medical Assistant, Psychologist, SLPA, OTA, and Social Worker.
About AKABA:
Home is the goal of most people; at AKABA, we work with families in their homes, communities and at our center to provide high quality ABA Services. We are focused on achieving the goal of home with convenience, dignity, safety, and improved health. AKABA is a private and independent agency founded in 2014 in Massachusetts by health care professionals. Our team believes in developing talent and offers opportunities for growth in a diversity of skill sets. We use the Science of ABA to implement interventions that help our clients cultivate functional behaviors in a variety of settings by enhancing communication skills and teaching strategies for self-regulation.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or veteran status. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
Worksite address
worcester, MA, 01609, US
Who can apply
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