Working at NAC

Northwest Autism Center employs a diverse network of individuals committed to providing comprehensive services for those with autism spectrum disorder using community based approaches

At Northwest Autism Center we work together to reach every child and adult in a continuum of settings through a strong community outreach program and on-site service provision. We are the only non-profit Applied Behavior Analysis service provider in the Inland Northwest and those who join our staff enjoy a rewarding environment, competitive pay and excellent benefits. 

28

Behavior Technicians

4

Board Certified Behavior Analysts

Current openings

Looking for an opportunity to make a difference?

Northwest Autism Center is currently searching for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our stellar team of Behavior Technicians to provide ABA services to individuals with autism and other intellectual disabilities. We currently have full-time positions available in our Community-Based Services program (in homes, daycares, and other offsite premises depending on client need).

 

Clinic schedule: We are in need of individuals who can work Monday – Thursday 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (guaranteed 34 hours per week, always have Friday off)

CBS schedule: We are in need of individuals who can work swing shift (roughly 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.) Monday – Friday. CBS receives $2 more per hour for shift differential pay.

 

As a Behavior Technician, you will serve individuals with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and focus on skill development and behavior change using Applied Behavior Analysis. You will work directly under a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to implement 1:1 programming with clients. Duties will include implementing intervention, ongoing data collection and graphing, behavior management and support, and collaboration with staff and families.

What We Offer:

  • $18 – $24 per hour, depending on education and years of direct ABA experience
  • SIGN-ON BONUS for those who already hold their RBT or CBT ($100 for RBT, $150 for CBT)
  • $250 retention bonus after 1 year of employment
  • Health Insurance, paid vacation, paid sick leave and retirement contributions
  • Opportunity for BCBA field supervision hours
  • Gain experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Training provided in Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Collaborative, research based, clinical and community-based environments
  • ABA career mentorship and support

Minimum Requirements:

  • RBT or CBT certification (ability to pass the CBT background checks)
  • Comfort playing and working with young children of any gender, to include those who are non-verbal
  • Comfort with potty training and/or diaper changes when necessary
  • Background in special education, psychology, or a related field a plus
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to follow directions and respond to corrective feedback
  • Commitment to principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Reliable transportation to travel between community-based environments or schools
  • Physically capable and able to lift up to 50 lbs

Preferred Requirements:

  • Experience providing services to individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities or behavior challenges
  • Experience in implementation of ABA programming
  • Experience working closely with parents and families
  • Pursuing a career in Special Education, Behavior Analysis, Psychology, or related field

Northwest Autism Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we celebrate the individualism of our employees, patients, and families. We are committed to providing a safe and respectful relationship with our community that celebrates the things that make us special and give us the confidence to engage with each other as we wish to be seen and treated. We are more than an equal-opportunity employer – we are a diversity partner.

We are currently seeking a qualified Board-Certified Behavior Analyst to provide staff supervision and service provision in our Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Early Intensive Day Clinic in our North Spokane office. Apply today for a $750 sign-on bonus!

 

As the only nonprofit ABA organization in the Inland Pacific Northwest, Northwest Autism Center’s mission is to support, facilitate and build accessible and comprehensive community-based approaches to help children and adults with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities in the Inland Northwest. You won’t find this range of service provision anywhere else!

 

What are the perks of this position?

  • Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm schedule, Fridays flex time (prep, indirect work, meetings, etc)
  • Maximum 12 clients
  • One facility, no travel
  • Chance to work with littles primarily under the age of 8
  • Onsite weekly parent training
  • Close collaboration with SLPs and OT

Essential Job Duties required for this position:

  • Maintain regular schedule of effective supervision for day clinic Behavior Technicians (BTs);
  • Maintain and deliver high-quality services for assigned caseload of clients;
  • Conduct comprehensive assessment and write appropriate treatment plans for clients;
  • Design, collect, graph, analyze and report client data;
  • Establish and implement practices to promote the care, safety and health of each client across all environments.
  • Provide direct treatment services to clients, as needed.
  • Provide training and on-going support to assigned BTs and LABAs;
  • Provide required supervision hours for BCBA candidates (those enrolled in accredited ABA Master’s programs);
  • Maintain regular and effective communication with client families, colleagues and supervisor.
  • Deliver education and training to families.
  • Coordinate with families, staff and other team members to ensure program consistency.
  • Provide coordination of care with community services and providers, as appropriate.

Required Education/Knowledge/Skills:

  • BCBA® certification required. Must be able to obtain Washington State Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) certification within the first 90 days of hire.
  • Experience in providing ABA services to individuals with ASD and other Developmental Disabilities, preferably in a clinic environment.
  • Prior ABA supervisory experience highly desired
  • Approved by BACB® to provide BCBA® supervision
  • Experience and knowledge of a variety of assessment tools required
  • Excellent assessment, intervention, and organizational skills
  • Mature interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills
  • Ability to be onsite at the clinic facility Monday – Thursday 8am – 5pm (Fridays are more flexible and can be used as training days and/or work-from-home days depending on work load and organizational necessity)

Benefits:

  • Wage Range: $62,000 – $80,000 per year
  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance – fully paid for employees!
  • Retirement plan with 3% company match
  • Earned paid vacation and sick time
  • CEU’s provided
  • Performance-based bonus program
  • Access to professionals in the field
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development, including diversified service provision
  • Mentorship and support from NAC leadership
  • Member of a growing organization that is committed to the individual, community, inter-professional education and impacting systems on a local, state, and national level

Northwest Autism Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we celebrate the individualism of our employees, patients, and families. We are committed to providing a safe and respectful relationship with our community that celebrates the things that make us special and give us the confidence to engage with each other as we wish to be seen and treated. We are more than an equal-opportunity employer – we are a diversity partner.

We look forward to working with you soon!

We are currently seeking a qualified Board-Certified Behavior Analyst to participate in the development and implementation of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) programming for in-home and other community-based settings. Apply today for a $750 sign-on bonus!

 

As the only nonprofit ABA organization in the Inland Pacific Northwest, Northwest Autism Center’s mission is to support, facilitate and build accessible and comprehensive community-based approaches to help children and adults with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities in the Inland Northwest. You won’t find this range of service provision anywhere else!

 

Northwest Autism Center is committed to identifying gaps in regional services and developing creative solutions to address community needs. Our direct services staff is the backbone for creating those solutions. Strong community-based programs lay the foundation for exciting discussions about integrated service provision. As we continue to expand the diversity and breadth of our reach, our BCBAs are front and center to help lead the way!

Essential Job Duties required for this position:

  • Maintain regular schedule of effective supervision for Behavior Technicians (BTs).
  • Maintain and deliver high-quality services for assigned caseload of clients.
  • Conduct comprehensive assessment and write appropriate treatment plans for clients.
  • Design, collect, graph, analyze and report client data.
  • Establish and implement practices to promote the care, safety and health of each client across all environments.
  • Provides direct treatment services to clients, as needed.
  • Provides training and on-going support to assigned BTs.
  • Provide required supervision hours for BCBA candidates (BTs enrolled in accredited ABA Master’s programs);
  • Maintains regular and effective communication with client families, colleagues and supervisor.
  • Deliver education and training to families.
  • Coordinate with families, staff and other team members to ensure program consistency.
  • Provide coordination of care with community services and providers, as appropriate.
  • When necessary, work with leadership to strengthen contracted partnerships with local school districts in helping meet the needs of students as part of CBS planning.

Required Education/Knowledge/Skills:

  • BCBA® certification required. Must be able to obtain Washington State Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) certification within the first 90 days of hire.
  • Experience in providing ABA services to individuals with ASD and other Developmental Disabilities, preferably in community-based settings (in-home, schools, etc.)
  • Prior ABA supervisory experience highly desired
  • Approved by BACB® to provide BCBA® supervision
  • Experience and knowledge of a variety of assessment tools required
  • Excellent assessment, intervention, and organizational skills
  • Mature interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills
  • Must be able to work flexible hours and be available to address client and staff needs as they arise

Benefits:

  • Wage Range:  $62,000 – $80,000 per year
  • Medical, dental, vision and life insurance – fully paid for employees!
  • Retirement plan with 3% company match
  • Earned paid vacation and sick time
  • CEU’s provided
  • Performance-based bonus program
  • Access to professionals in the field
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development, including diversified service provision
  • Mentorship and support from NAC leadership
  • Member of a growing organization that is committed to the individual, community, inter-professional education and impacting systems on a local, state, and national level

Northwest Autism Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we celebrate the individualism of our employees, patients, and families. We are committed to providing a safe and respectful relationship with our community that celebrates the things that make us special and give us the confidence to engage with each other as we wish to be seen and treated. We are more than an equal-opportunity employer – we are a diversity partner.

We look forward to working with you soon!

We are seeking an energetic and innovative Speech & Language Pathologist to work full-time in our Early Intensive ABA Treatment Day Clinic, as well as provide individual speech treatment to a small number of clients. Our ABA clinic serves children (age 2 – 5 years old) with ASD and other neurodevelopmental disabilities, and their families. The Speech & Language Clinic operates separately to support children in our community with speech and language needs. Services are provided individually as well as in small groups.

As the only nonprofit ABA organization in the Inland Pacific Northwest, Northwest Autism Center’s mission is to support, facilitate and build accessible and comprehensive community-based approaches to help children and adults with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities. 

Successful SLP candidates will have the required education, knowledge and experience (as outlined below), and be able to work a minimum of 32 hours per week. (Schedules can be flexible based on client needs and general workload).  As we continue to expand the diversity and breadth of our programs.

Essential Job Duties:

Working in tandem with clinic leadership, general responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Conduct evaluations, write treatment plans, complete progress reports and transition/discharge plans based on data as required by clinical leadership
  • Provide direct treatment to individuals and small groups of clients as assigned
  • Continual management and archiving of client files
  • Collect real-time data, complete SOAP notes and other documentation of treatment and services as required
  • Provide caregiver training and support on specific speech and language topics as needed
  • Coordinate care with medical and other service providers as appropriate
  • Provide speech services coverage when other SLP is unavailable
  • Collaborate with SLP, LBAs, LABAs, clinic leadership, internal staff, and other professionals to provide the best treatment and support for clients
  • Provide Behavior Technicians (BTs) guidance and feedback to ensure communication strategies are delivered with validity and reliability and in alignment with client communication treatment planning.
  • Establish and implement practices to promote the care, safety and health of each client across all program environments
  • Timely response to feedback and suggestions from direct supervisor and other members of the collaborative team.
  • Participate in regular meetings/trainings as required or for certification/safety/compliance purposes
  • Participate in activities/events to support the growth and development of Northwest Autism Center
  • Other duties as directed

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Master’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
  • Active Washington State license (ability to get state licensed within 30 days of hire required)
  • Experience working with clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related disorders or specific course work in these areas.
  • At least 2 years of pediatric experience (birth – 21 years old) highly preferred.
  • Follow and maintain ASHA Ethical Guidelines
  • Background checks and clearances will be required. Fingerprinting, TB test, and /or infant/child CPR and First Aid certification may also be required, when applicable.
  • Ability to work after clinic and school hours as assigned
  • Ability to diagnose and treat a variety of speech and language disorders
  • Effective communication with clients, caregivers, and staff
  • Strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
  • Demonstrate understanding and application of ABA principles
  • Demonstrate understanding and application of both low and high tech Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
  • Continued professional development in evidence-based speech and language treatment and ABA methods (attend trainings, reaching out to experts, seeking info and knowledge, etc.)

Benefits:

  • Wage Range:  $25- $50 per hour depending on experience
  •  Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance
  • Retirement plan with company match
  • Earned paid vacation and sick time
  • CEU’s provided
  • Access to professionals in the field
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development, including diversified service provision
  • Mentorship and support from NAC leadership
  • Member of a growing organization that is committed to the individual, community, inter-professional education and impacting systems on a local, state, and national level

Northwest Autism Center celebrates the individualism of our employees, patients, and families. We are committed to providing a safe and respectful relationship with our community that celebrates the things that make us special and give us the confidence to engage with each other as we wish to be seen and treated. We are more than an equal-opportunity employer – we are a diversity partner. All recruitment and subsequent employment actions in all job classifications will be done without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, or disability (real or perceived).

We are happy to receive interest from qualified ABA professionals anytime!  Please feel free to contact Human Resources with any questions.

If you are interested in working with Northwest Autism Center, please follow the links below to apply for specific opportunities.  

Northwest Autism Center celebrates the individualism of its employees, patients, and families. We are committed to nurturing a safe and respectful relationship with our community that celebrates the things that make us special and give us the confidence to engage with each other as we wish to be seen and treated. We are more than an equal-opportunity employer – we are a diversity partner.

We look forward to working with you soon!

Our Benefits

  • Competitive Pay 
  • Retention bonus after 1 year of employment
  • Health Insurance, paid vacation, and life insurance for full-time individuals.
  • Sick pay for both full and part-time individuals.
  • Simple IRA retirement plan with a 3% company match
  • Gain experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Training provided in Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Collaborative, research-based clinical and community-based environments
  • ABA career mentorship and support
  • Opportunity for BCBA field supervision hours

Why Choose Us

We are looking for talented, ambitious and collaborative people to come alongside our mission and vision. Working at Northwest Autism Center you have the opportunity to serve individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and be a part of their skill development and behavior change using Applied Behavior Analysis.  

Mission focused

We fill service gaps in the community through individualized treatment plans, occupational and recreational programs and by providing services to youth and adults.

University partnerships

We work with statewide universities to include opportunities for university student practicum and internship positions and supervision hours for BCBA candidates

Career track oriented

We have a defined career success strategy built on structured mentorships and trainings to prepare individuals for a rewarding career in ABA therapy.

Qualified Staff

We employ Board Certified Behavior Analysts who oversee a team of Certified Behavior Technicians to provide clinic or community-based ABA services to individuals with autism and other intellectual disabilities.

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Address

528 E Spokane Falls Blvd Suite 14 Spokane, WA 99202

Call Us

(509) 328-1582 Mon - Thu, 8:00-4:30, Fri 9:30-2:30

Email Us

info@nwautism.org