ABA Therapist Contractor (BCBA Track/BCBA Student) - Part Time Clinic Location

About Manhattan Behavioral Center

New York City’s Leading Transdisciplinary ABA Center for Children with Autism

Our collaborative and transdisciplinary ABA framework, consists of applied behavior analysis, special education, speech language therapy, physical and occupational therapy, sensory integration, group and social interaction, and family support for children – ages 5 to 21 – with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related neurodiversities.

Our core values guide our day-to-day actions:

A Transdisciplinary ABA Approach

At MBC we know that to extract the most potential out of our students everyone must work to achieve the same goal. This is why our Transdisciplinary ABA model which centers around ongoing and free-flowing communication between the families, teachers, supervisors, and related service providers is so vital.

Responsibility

We feel a strong responsibility and are committed to building a better and more inclusive world for our students, family, and community.

Enhance

We provide evidence-based treatment plans to significantly improve everyone’s quality of life.

Join Our Team

Manhattan Behavioral Center (MBC) is seeking a positive, dynamic ABA Therapist that is interested in joining a therapeutic team where the goal is to offer every child the opportunity to thrive.

Why Choose Us?

• MBC has created a workplace that is inclusive and diverse - where everyone can be their authentic self, and where authenticity is celebrated

• We have an open-door policy which reflects our commitment to transparent and flexible communication between managers and team members

• Data informs decisions, and we are constantly learning, creating, and evolving to meet the needs of the children

• We are humble and have the mindset of being better today than we were yesterday

• Strong commitment to professional development with 5 days per year of guest speakers, workshops, and open forums

• Ongoing support from present and dedicated supervisors

• Consideration for future part-time and full-time openings

• Flexible schedule

• Join an organization where you can help build each child’s program from the ground up

• Work collaboratively with members of transdisciplinary teams

• Opportunities for growth across all companies

If our company culture matches your values, come join the team at Manhattan Behavioral Center!

Although this position provides clinical supervision, it does not provide fieldwork supervision

Job Details

Job Type

Part Time/Fee for Service ABA Therapist for clinic

Job Hours

5 Hours Per Week - Monday through Thursday starting at either 2:45pm or 3:15pm

Job Location

Clinic Based Location - 124 West 95th Street, New York, NY 10025

Job Compensation

$65 per hr

Your Impact Here at MBC

• Implement ABA-based programs using DTT, Learn Unit, Task Analysis, probe data and NET teaching methods

• Collect program and behavior data which can include but are not limited to aggression, SIB, property destruction, elopement, stereotypy

• Implement research-based interventions to decrease interfering behaviors and teach replacement skills

• Engage in Safety Care holds/transport or disengagement tactics for students during behavioral episodes

• Prepare and organize teaching materials and teaching settings prior to each session

• Work collaboratively with team of ABA therapists, BCBAs, related service providers to implement student-specific strategies and protocols

• Report issues or challenges to BCBA Case Manager or Program Supervisor

• Show professional and calm demeanor throughout daily interactions with students, staff, parents, and visitors

• Engage and use Safety Care Intervention holds/transport or disengagement tactics for students during behavioral episodes. This may mean physically intervening after being trained thoroughly, to help deescalate children when they become a danger to themselves or others.

• Must be capable of safely and effectively performing these duties on students of varying heights

• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• Enrollment or completion of a BACB-approved or verified course sequence ABA program.

• Experience working in a home-based and clinic environment preferred

• Must be able to work independently and maintain a professional yet friendly demeanor when working in the home and clinic.

• Must have a compatible device (iPad, Laptop etc.) to use for electronic notes

Manhattan Behavioral Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Manhattan Behavioral Center strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, or local laws. In addition, Manhattan Behavioral Center complies with the relevant country laws governing employment nondiscrimination in all our international offices. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.