RBT/ABA Therapist

Cases available throughout Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Staten Island. Providers are matched to cases near their residence.

About NYC Behavior Specialists

NYC Behavior Specialists provides Applied Behavior Analysis services across home, school, and community settings. The clinical approach focuses on building meaningful skills rather than suppressing behavior. Treatment targets functional communication, independence, and long-term generalization into daily life environments.

The Organization Operates from Three Principles

• Behavior has meaning — interventions address function, not surface behavior.
• Therapy must increase autonomy — the goal is reduced dependence on providers over time.
• Consistency across environments determines success — collaboration with caregivers and schools is required.

Position Overview

RBTs provide direct one-to-one ABA therapy to children and adolescents with autism and related developmental needs in home, school, and community settings based on assignment location.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavior intervention plans created by the supervising BCBA
• Run skill acquisition programs including communication, social, academic readiness, and daily living skills
• Collect accurate session data
• Maintain session structure while responding appropriately to client behavior
• Communicate progress and barriers to supervisors
• Maintain professional interaction with families and school staff
• Follow safety and ethical guidelines at all times

Requirements

• Active RBT certification required
• Reliable transportation within assigned borough
• Ability to follow clinical protocols precisely
• Professional reliability and punctuality

Preferred Qualifications

• School-based ABA experience
• Experience with maladaptive behaviors
• Spanish speaking helpful but not required

• Compensation and Support
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience
• Consistent supervision from BCBAs
• Flexible scheduling based on availability and borough preference
• Opportunities for case expansion and professional growth

Contact Information

• Email: nycbehaviorspecialists@gmail.com
• Walter Umana — 917-583-1127
• Maziar Golshannejad — 347-385-5904