Behavior Therapist

Hope is a leading provider of clinical, educational, and therapeutic services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder.

We exist to empower children and their families to reach their full potential by delivering state-of-the-art applied behavioral analysis therapies and access to recreation, vocational training, and individualized education programming.

Our mission is to provide exceptional services in inclusive environments, encouraging individuals to fulfill their unique potential through evidence-based treatment, advocacy, and community education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work directly with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder at the Hope Learning Academy Edwardsville to teach essential skills using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Effectively communicate with families/guardians about their child's progress when needed.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to track session data and help clients achieve individualized communication and early learning goals.
• Assist with planning and preparing for individual, classroom, and group activities.
• Model professional appearance and attitudes.

Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent education.
• Successful background clearance.
• Has obtained Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a psychology, education, or human services related field.
• Experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Enthusiasm for working with children.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent)
• Health Savings Account
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Floating Holidays
• Employee Tuition Reimbursement Assistance
• Dependent Tuition Reimbursement Assistance

Hope is an Equal Opportunity Employer.