Behavior Therapist, Andover

Anna Autism Care
Andover, US
On-site

Who this role is best for

Candidates with ABA therapy experience and a commitment to clinical supervision will find this full-time, clinic-based role in Massachusetts aligns with their career goals in autism care.

Best fit for

  • Individuals with RBT certification and a desire for career growth in autism therapy
    — “Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification is a condition of employment”
  • Professionals seeking a stable, in-office schedule with no weekend or evening hours
    — “Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM | No Evenings or Weekends”
  • Those who value a structured environment with clear promotion paths and mentorship
    — “Clear promotion paths for BTs at every stage, including BCBA sponsorship for top performers”

Things to consider

  • The role requires maintaining RBT certification with BACB standards and ethics compliance
    — “Obtain and maintain active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification in good standing”
  • Candidates must be physically capable of performing active tasks during therapy sessions
    — “Able to perform physically active tasks: sitting on the floor, crawling, running, lifting up to 50 lbs”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience with NDBI and 1-on-1 therapy in your resume and interview responses
    — “Deliver play-based, child-centered therapy using the NDBI framework”
  • Highlight your ability to collect and communicate session data effectively
    — “Collect accurate session data to measure each client's progress”
  • Showcase your interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with families
    — “Build positive relationships with children and families, providing caregivers with daily updates”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • implement ABA therapy plans
  • deliver play-based therapy
  • collect session data
  • assist with assessments
  • build positive relationships
Typical background
behavior therapistregistered behavior technician

Skills & requirements

Required

ABA TherapyBehavioral InterventionSession Data CollectionClient Relationship BuildingClinical Supervision

Preferred

Behavioral Assessment Procedures

Stack & domain

ABA TherapyNaturalistic Developmental Behavioral Intervention (ndbi)Registered Behavior Technician (rbt) CertificationChild-centered TherapySession Data CollectionBehavior AssessmentBCBA SupervisionBehavioral InterventionBehavioral AssessmentBehavioral Data CollectionBehavioral Progress TrackingBehavioral SupervisionBehavioral CertificationBehavioral EthicsBehavioral TrainingBehavioral MentorshipBehavioral PromotionBehavioral ComplianceBehavioral SafetyBehavioral OrganizationBehavioral EngagementBehavioral CommunicationBehavioral Relationship BuildingBehavioral Environment MaintenanceCommunicationTeamworkProblem-solvingEmpathyLeadershipTime ManagementAdaptabilityNegotiationInfluenceStrategic ThinkingDecision-makingTrust-buildingCollaborationCreativityCustomer ServicePresentationPersuasionRBT

About the role

Original posting from Anna Autism Care via Ashby

Behavior Therapist (BT) — ABA Therapy

Starting at $24–$26/hr | Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM | No Evenings or Weekends

ANNA Autism Care is hiring passionate Behavior Therapists (BTs) to deliver evidence-based, 1-on-1 therapy to children with Autism using the Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Intervention (NDBI) approach. Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification is a condition of employment for this role with paid training time and extensive clinical supervision at our center-based Autism care centers across Massachusetts.

What ANNA Autism Care Offers:

  • Competitive Pay + Retention Bonus: $24–$26/hr starting pay, plus a $400 retention bonus after 6 months of employment.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company matching, and paid time off.
  • Consistent Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. No evenings, no weekends.
  • Full-Time Hours: 25–35 hours per week with a stable clinic-based schedule working with 5–7 clients in a clinical pod.
  • Paid Training & Weekly Supervision: Extensive paid onboarding plus weekly clinical supervision and ongoing mentorship from BCBAs.
  • Career Advancement: Clear promotion paths for BTs at every stage, including BCBA sponsorship for top performers (Master's in ABA tuition covered by ANNA).
  • Supportive Team Culture: Monthly team lunches, seasonal celebrations, summer events, and a community that grows together.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Implement individualized ABA therapy plans under BCBA supervision to teach new skills in communication and socialization while reducing any challenging, injurious behaviors.
  • Deliver play-based, child-centered therapy using the NDBI framework.
  • Collect accurate session data to measure each client's progress toward treatment plan goals, and communicate progress with clinical supervisors.
  • Assist BCBAs with assessment procedures (e.g., preference assessments and skill or behavior assessments) as directed.
  • Comply with applicable supervision standards, including participating in scheduled BCBA supervision and completing all required supervision and session documentation.
  • Obtain and maintain active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification in good standing, including BACB supervision, renewal, and ethics requirements.
  • Build positive relationships with children and families, providing caregivers with daily updates.
  • Maintain a safe, organized and engaging therapy environment.

Qualifications:

  • Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification — required as a condition of employment. Certification must be maintained in good standing throughout employment.
  • Available Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM.
  • Passionate about working with children with Autism and eager to grow in the ABA field.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Degree in Psychology, Education, Child Development, or related field preferred (not required).
  • Experience working as RBT preferred.
  • Able to perform physically active tasks: sitting on the floor, crawling, running, lifting up to 50 lbs, and maintaining close proximity to clients during sessions.

Apply today! ANNA is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified candidates to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement.

ANNA is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), or any other characteristic protected by law. If you're passionate about our mission but don't meet every qualification listed, we still encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective might be exactly what we need."

Source: Anna Autism Care careers (Ashby)

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