Position:  Behavior Therapist
Type:  Part Time
Location:  Palm Desert. CA
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Recruiter: Roxana Jimenez Herrera
Email: rj2201@centerforautism.com
 

 

The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) is now HIRING!

Join the CARD Family as a Behavior Technician and become a Senior Regional Manager by following the CARD career track

Are you compassionate and expressive, a great listener, and have a drive to help people? Do you enjoy working in different spaces and places, developing relationships and doing work that makes a difference? Would you love to work in a family oriented environment with flexible hours? Do you find yourself continuously searching for growth opportunities and mentorship?

Begin your career as a Behavior Technician at CARD, and learn how to implement one on one behavioral intervention programs to help patients with Autism. In your new role as a Behavior Technician, you may work in patients’ homes, CARD Centers, community settings, schools, or even in natural settings like parks and playgrounds.

You will participate in CARD’s comprehensive paid training program to learn about Applied Behavior Analysis, teaching techniques, social skills development, and other relevant skills. As you progress, continued training is available to help you advance your career.

About CARD

The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) is among the world’s oldest and largest autism treatment providers. Founded in 1990, CARD now has over 180 locations throughout the United States and internationally. As CARD continues to add new locations, CARD is always hiring both entry-level and experienced individuals. If you are interested in working with individuals affected by autism spectrum disorder, we invite you to explore CARD’s job postings with the knowledge that CARD provides all training, including extensive initial and ongoing training and support.

With locations open 7 days a week, CARD offers both traditional and flexible workdays and hours and a clear career path with tuition assistance for employees who qualify. Find out more about the rewarding job of working with individuals affected by autism and the opportunities for advancement and travel. CARD is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

www.centerforautism.com

Responsibilities and Duties:

The CARD Behavior Therapist will be trained to work with children and families affected with Autism. Learn Valuable Career skills such as:

  • Understand what Autism is and how to teach kids and teenagers with Autism
  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Techniques
  • Curriculum development including: language, play, cognitive, social, and motor skills
  • How to reduce problem behavior
  • How to teach in the natural environment such as the home, school and community
  • Work with apps, games and web based technology via an iPad

Qualifications and Skills:

  • Eager, energetic and passionate demeanor
  • High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Your own vehicle with proof of auto insurance or another reliable means of transportation
  • Must pass TB test and criminal background check
  • Availability to work 2-3 weekday afternoon or evening shifts (2-8pm) and 1 weekend day shift (9am-5pm)

Perks & Benefits

  • Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience and geographic region
  • Comprehensive paid initial and ongoing training
  • Travel time pay and mileage reimbursement
  • Paid Sick Time & opportunities for Paid Holidays
  • Access to Mentorship Manager
  • Sponsorship to earn credentials to advance your career
  • Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT)
  • Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
  • Free Continuing Education to maintain your credential
  • Potential opportunities for quarterly bonuses and rewards incentive program
  • Flexible part-time schedules
  • Annual performance reviews with potential for wage increases
  • Monthly socials, trainings & awards
  • Paid Clinic times
  • Opportunities for career advancement with increased compensation and benefits at each level
  • Educational Assistance Program, Master’s in psychology program, and Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) preparation program
  • Free supervision and training for maintaining credentials * Opportunities for paid internships
  • Therapist Rewards Program
  • Employee discounts for cell phone service, restaurants, retail stores, travel, recreation, and more
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