Autism Learning Center Therapist (RBT / BT)
Company: Allegheny Behavior Analysis Services, LLC
Location: Pittsburgh
Posted on: February 27, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Position Overview If you have an interest in
working with and helping children, aged 2-6, with intellectual
disabilities, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, then this is the
job for you! This is a full-time or part-time , on-site,
center-based role in Pittsburgh, PA. This is an hourly position
working one-on-one with young children diagnosed with ASD in a
supportive center based setting . You’ll be responsible for the
day-to-day teaching and implementation of client’s goals based on
the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis and Verbal Behavior.
Under the supervision and guidance of a Board Certified Behavior
Analyst (BCBA), you will be trained on teaching life skills,
communication, as well as behavior reduction using compassionate
care and data-driven interventions. Pay Rate: 20-23/hr Based on
qualifications, experience, and certifications. Benefits are
available to full-time (30 hours direct) employees. Hours are
guaranteed in the case of client cancellation. Job Responsibilities
Provide direct 1:1 instruction with children while following a
treatment plan coordinated by a supervising BCBA but also have fun
with them ! Get silly! Utilize naturalistic teaching, direct
instruction, and encourage communication and play. We utilize play
so much throughout the day! Take data throughout the session with
our data collection application. Collecting data is one of the most
important parts of this job. We want to be able to see the progress
our clients are making towards their treatment goals. By collecting
data as you implement the BCBA-designed programs, BTs / RBTs
provide the team with the insights needed to track client progress
and validate the effectiveness of the current treatment plan.
Almost forgot, an iPad is provided to you for this. Write objective
and quantitative session notes at the end of each session.
Participate in monthly clinical reviews to analyze client progress
with a BCBA and other technicians. Participate in a monthly
professional development training. Most of our trainings qualify
for Professional Development Units (PDU) that are required of you
to maintain an RBT certification, talk about a benefit.
Qualifications High School Diploma (Required) Bachelor's Degree
(Preferred) Experience working with children with ASD or other
disabilities (Preferred) Applied Behavior Analysis experience
(Preferred) Mandated Reporter certification FBI clearance (DHS)
(Act 114) Child Abuse Clearance (Act 33) PA State Police Clearance
(Act 34) CPR certification About ABAS / Our Mission Allegheny
Behavior Analysis Services (ABAS) is an agency in Pittsburgh, PA
that provides services to children with autism and other
disabilities through the application of Applied Behavior Analysis
(ABA). ABAS supports families and children through teamwork and
collaboration. Our ultimate goal is to provide the best quality,
evidenced-based services to our clients in order to maximize their
success. Our mission is to foster greater independence, enhance
social skills, and improve communication in the children we serve
through dedicated, play-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
interventions. Why choose ABAS? Center-based Setting: Our clients
all come to our office to receive services so you are not entering
their homes, going to a school, etc, they are always coming to us.
Social, Supportive Environment: Being in a center brings many
opportunities for socialization of you and your clients. There is
also a tremendous amount of support from BCBAs and Administration
within the center. We partake in a peer mentoring program when
technicians begin, helping them get settled into their role and
having someone within the same role to go to with questions, etc.
We have an RBT lounge that offers drinks, coffee and snacks within
the center. Technology: Everyone is provided with an iPad in order
to take data, write session notes, etc. Personal Growth: Our
technicians are provided with the opportunity to grow within the
ABA field if interested. We offer free candidate supervision to
those collecting fieldwork hours to become a BCaBA and BCBA.
Working Conditions Be able to assume and maintain a variety of
posture - sitting on and off the floor, kneeling, standing, etc
Able to lift children (50lbs give or take) Work within a high
energy environment (it tends to get loud at times) Benefits Paid
Training Guaranteed hours (client cancelations) BCBA Candidate
Supervision 401k with Company Matching Full Time Employee Benefits
PTO Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Disability Insurance Health
Savings Account Employee Assistance Program Life Insurance
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