Autism Paraprofessional/RBT (Registered Behavior Technician)

SPECTRA Centers, Inc. has been serving kids thriving with Autism and other developmental disabilities since 2003. We offer an evidence-based Interdisciplinary Intervention Model, grounded in the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), to provide therapeutic care and educational services to students with significant needs. Please visit our website to learn more about our unique care model: https://www.spectracenters.org/

Our Facility School serves youth ages 6-21 on a year-round calendar. As a Therapeutic Instructor, you will provide direct educational and behavioral support working individually with students and in small group settings. You will support students in increasing their independence and achieving their educational and behavioral goals. Each student's care is highly individualized and developed by our clinical team consisting of Special Education Teachers, BCBAs OT, Speech and Mental Health clinicians.

PAID TRAINING

SPECTRA provides all the training and supervision necessary to obtain the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential at no cost to the employee. We also provide QBS Safety-Care training that provides the skills and competencies necessary to effectively de-escalate and manage behavioral challenges.

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to further your career or to explore your career interests working with a special needs population, we invite you to reach out. Come DREAM BIG with us!

COMPENSATION

Compensation starts with an hourly rate of $20.50 - $24.00 per hour (based upon education level and years of experience in the field) and shifts to a salaried rate once the RBT credential is earned.

HOURS

Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 3:30pm, 34-35 hours per week.

BENEFITS

SPECTRA Centers, Inc. offers a competitive employee benefit package, which includes:

• Generous Paid Time Off: Salaried staff start with 38 paid days off with the potential to earn up to 48 days annually with tenure. Breakdown as follows:
• Holidays - 8 paid holidays per year (hourly and salary)
• Paid Leave - Earn up to 80 hours of sick/vacation the first year with the potential to earn up to 160 hours annually with tenure (hourly and salary)
• Paid School Closures - 8 days for Winter Break; 5 days for Spring Break; 2 days for Thanksgiving; 4 days for July 4th (Total of 19 days - salary only).
• Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Life Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Guaranteed Hours
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) On-the-Job Training - All expenses associated with obtaining the RBT credential are covered by Spectra.
• QBS Safety-Care Behavioral Training and annual recertification
• Professional Development Trainings
• Opportunities for career advancement in various disciplines through supervision and fieldwork
• Internship Opportunities
• Continuous supervision and support
• Staff Appreciation Activities and Events

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Be at least 21 years of age (licensure requirement)
• Bachelors Degree is preferred but not required
• Experience working with children with Autism and related populations preferred
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification to be obtained within 90-days of hire
• Background checks

WORK LOCATION

• One location
• Services provided in-person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.50 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Loan repayment program
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you at least 21 years of age? (licensing requirement)
• Willing to submit fingerprint background check as well as child abuse/sex offender checks?

Experience:

• Austim: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person