Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) / ABA Therapist

We’re hiring an ABA Therapist / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at our Johnston, IA center! You’ll be part of a fun, supportive team that works 1:1 with amazing preschool-aged children who are on the autism spectrum. Whether you're new to the field or already passionate about child development, this is a great place to start or grow your career.
No experience working in the Applied Behavior Analysis field? No problem!
We’ll train you in everything you need to know about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and you’ll keep learning through ongoing professional development. You’ll work closely with BCBAs, gain real hands-on experience, and have the chance to move up into senior clinical roles over time.

Experience in the following roles has proven to have a successful transition into the RBT role:

• Nanny
• Teacher
• Teacher Assistant
• Paraprofessional
• Special Education teacher
• Early childhood education provider
• Daycare Teacher
• Psychology Degree

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) or an active RBT Certification (Stride will assist you in obtaining this certification if hired)
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Available Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm
• Reliable transportation to our center
• Must be able to pass a clinical background check
• Ability to move freely, quickly, and frequently from sitting to standing and to lift up to 25 lbs
• Working knowledge of computer usage
• Successfully complete Stride's onboarding and training
• If you're ready to do meaningful work and grow with a company that values your impact, we hope you will apply!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with children with autism under the direct supervision of a BCBA.
• Follow treatment plans developed by BCBAs to help increase the child’s communication, self-help, social, and play skills.
• Relay client progress to BCBAs to ensure data-driven decision-making.
• Assist BCBAs with assessments as needed.
• Accurately record client progress using Stride’s data collection system.
• Write and submit clinical notes summarizing client sessions.
• Assist with toilet training and diaper changing as required.
• Voice issues/concerns to leadership in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Build positive relationships with families while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Abide by Stride’s policies and procedures.
• Coordinate as needed with parents, teachers, and other professionals on the child’s team.
• Support team members and assist in non-clinical activities as needed.
• Positively contribute to Stride’s culture, prioritize client safety at all times, and abide by Stride’s client safety protocols.
• Maintain client confidentiality, ethics, and professionalism at all times.
• Willingness to commit for at least 6 months to ensure consistency for the children we serve.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with children with autism under the direct supervision of a BCBA.
• Follow treatment plans developed by BCBAs to help increase the child’s communication, self-help, social, and play skills.
• Relay client progress to BCBAs to ensure data-driven decision-making.
• Assist BCBAs with assessments as needed.
• Accurately record client progress using Stride’s data collection system.
• Write and submit clinical notes summarizing client sessions.
• Assist with toilet training and diaper changing as required.
• Voice issues/concerns to leadership in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Build positive relationships with families while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Abide by Stride’s policies and procedures.
• Coordinate as needed with parents, teachers, and other professionals on the child’s team.
• Support team members and assist in non-clinical activities as needed.
• Positively contribute to Stride’s culture, prioritize client safety at all times, and abide by Stride’s client safety protocols.
• Maintain client confidentiality, ethics, and professionalism at all times.
• Willingness to commit for at least 6 months to ensure consistency for the children we serve.

Required Skills and Attributes