ABA Intern

Job Description

Job Description

General Summary

The BYS RBT Intern position is a structured, tiered internship level designed to support professional growth from entrylevel RBT Intern through advanced clinical development roles. RBT Interns provide high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children ages 2–21 in center-based and in-home environments while participating in a progressive training and supervision model aligned with BACB standards.

This role integrates direct clinical service delivery with supervised professional development activities to prepare staff for increased responsibility, clinical leadership, with the possibility of long-term career advancement within BYS.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Compensation: $22/Hour + Weekly Stipends of $30-$90 (based on level)
• Work Life Balance
• Full benefits package + Pet Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• 28 Days Paid Time Off-Recharge & thrive with industry-leading PTO + Holidays
• Professional Growth-Work with a team that celebrates success

Duties & Responsibilities

Tiered Internship Levels & Time Commitment

Level 1: RBT Intern

• Weekly direct client therapy
• Focus on foundational clinical skills, ethical practice, and treatment plan implementation

Level 2: RBT Resident

• Weekly direct client therapy
• Increased involvement in case support, supervision exposure, and applied clinical decision-making

Level 3: RBT Fellow

• Weekly direct client therapy
• Emphasis on case conceptualization, staff support, caregiver collaboration, and BCBA-readiness skills Progression through levels is determined by tenure, demonstrated mastery of assigned curriculum sections, successful completion of competency assessments, performance evaluations, and clinical leadership approval.

General Responsibilities (All Levels)

• Deliver direct ABA therapy services in accordance with individualized treatment plans
• Implement skill acquisition programs and behavior reduction protocols under BCBA supervision
• Collect accurate session data in CentralReach and complete required insurance documentation
• Maintain ethical standards, HIPAA compliance, and BACB guidelines
• Meet and maintain targeted direct therapy hours as determined by clinical leadership
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and assigned professional development activities
• Support daily center operations (opening/closing procedures, organization, safety protocols)
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Uphold BYS core principles, policies, and procedures
• Adhere to the current professional and ethical requirements for Behavior Analysts, as outlined by the BACB

Job Internship-Specific Responsibilities

• Complete BACB-approved Acceptable Activities aligned with the BCBA/BCaBA Task List
• Adhere to BACB Experience Standards and Monthly Fieldwork Requirements
• Actively engage in individual and group supervision
• Complete competency-based assessments and supervision curriculum requirements
• Demonstrate progressive mastery of clinical, professional, and interpersonal skills
• Maintain timely and accurate supervision documentation

Additional Expectations for Residents & Fellow Levels

• Assist BCBA with case supervision activities under direct oversight
• Support staff training and caregiver education initiatives
• Participate in case conceptualization, problem-solving, and treatment planning discussions
• Demonstrate leadership behaviors and professional judgment appropriate to level

Required Qualifications

• Enrollment in a qualifying Master’s degree program with coursework started toward BCBA or BCaBA certification, as required to accrue supervised fieldwork hours under BACB standards
• RBT certification required or obtained within designated timeframe

Core Skills & Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Effective time management and organizational abilities
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and clinical demands
• Proficiency with CentralReach and Microsoft Office products
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Commitment to learning, feedback, and continuous professional growth
• Strong interest in working with children with autism and related developmental needs
• Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and ethical conduct

Environmental conditions/ physical requirements: (with or without accommodations)

This role functions in both professional and clinical environments

• Reliable transportation is required for travel to and from work and between therapy environments.
• May regularly lift, pull, push, and /or move 10-25 pounds, and may occasionally lift pull, push, and /or move up to 50 pounds.
• Physical ability to move quickly, kneel, bend, squat, crouch, twist, walk, sit, stand and reach for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to respond quickly, which may include transitioning from a seated position to standing in case of client elopement or emergency.
• Must be able to assess and navigate factors that may impact safety and security.
• This position’s hours of work and days vary based on the needs of clients/business. Evening, weekend work and/or overtime may be required, as needed.
• This position requires prolonged periods of computer use, keyboard/finger and hand dexterity and extended screen time throughout the workday.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, comprehend or hear and perform in an environment with elevated noise levels.