Entry Level- Autism Support Specialist at Axis Therapy Centers – Ames, Iowa

Are you someone who wants to make a difference in the lives of children and families?

An Autism Associateis a professional who works with children and adolescents receiving Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to implement their intervention plans working under close, ongoing supervision from a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

• Provide direct Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy in one-on-one and group settings to children and adolescents with autism and other developmental disabilities under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Assist BCBAs as directed with behavior reduction assessments and skill acquisition plans.
• Follow prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols called for in treatment plans.
• Collect, record, and summarize data about clients behaviors through direct observation.
• Nurture clients social skills.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with a treatment team including client, parents and caregivers, outside professionals, and co-workers
• Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required trainings and professional development events

• Experience working with children
• Experience working with childrenor adolescents with autism or special needs (preferred)
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) granted by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (preferred, but not required)

• Competitive compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Other types of insurance
• IRA Retirement Saving Plan with a company match
• Professional Liability Coverage
• Annual Professional Development stipend
• Professional membership stipend
• Unparalleled mentoring and support
• Workplace perks such as food/coffee and flexible work schedules

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Axis is always looking for highly-motivated, passionate, and energetic individuals to join our team! We offer in-house training, ongoing mentorship, great benefits, and lots of room for growth and support.