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Behavior Therapist

Aspire Living & Learning · Human Services · $93.7M budget · 1,565 staff · Since 1981

Why Aspire Living & Learning

FY2024 · Form 990Its mission and biggest programs, as filed

Provides treatment and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live more fully and independently.

  • Supports for Adults - Community Based Long-term/Residential Supports:Aspire Living and Learning supports the residential needs of individuals living with intellectual/developmental disabilities and/or behavioral health concerns. Supports are wide ranging and community based. Aspire living and learning strives to provide excellent…$54.1M spent in FY2024
  • Supports for Children - Educational Services:Aspire Living & Learning educates children aged 3 to 22 to reach their full potential. Whether at one of Aspire's special education schools or through consultation services at public schools, children with an autism spectrum…$17.3M spent in FY2024
  • Supports for Adults - Day and Employment Support Options:Aspire Living & Learning supports adults who are interested in employment or other community-based opportunities for volunteering, civic engagement, socialization, education, etc. Through a person-centered approach, individuals receive the support necessary to…$11.5M spent in FY2024

Before you apply

FY2024 · Form 990Independent: from IRS data, not the org
Pays its leaders
$142K–$305K
10 officers reported
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt VII · Sec A
Budget
$92.0M
spent in FY2024
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 18
Staff
1,565
employees
Fine: from the org's Form 990.
Pt I · Ln 5–6
Spent on programs
91%
of spending
Looks good: 91% of spending went to programs; 75% or more.
Pt IX · Ln 25 · col B
Surplus or deficit
+2%
of revenue, FY2024
Looks good: revenue was at least expenses in the latest filing.
Pt I · Ln 19
Cash reserves
4 mo
of spending, in cash and securities
Looks good: 3.7 months of spending in cash; 3 or more.
Pt X · Ln 1–2 · Pt I · Ln 18
Latest return
FY2024
latest Form 990
Looks good: the latest return is for FY2024, 2 tax years back; within 2 tax years.
IRS e-file
IRS status
501(c)(3)
tax-exempt since 1982
Looks good: listed by the IRS.
IRS BMF
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About the role

The org's own posting, as written

Behavior Therapist Aspire Living & Learning — Openings in Windsor, Burlington, Colchester, Fairfax, and Winooski Pay: $19.22 – $25.43 per hour DOE Job Type: Full-time, year-round Schedule: Monday–Friday, between 7:45 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. (Team meetings once a week after hours) Work Location: In person Start a Rewarding Career as a Behavior Therapist Aspire Living & Learning is hiring compassionate, dependable, and energetic Behavior Therapists to support children, adolescents, and young adults with developmental disabilities, including individuals on the autism spectrum. This entry-level position provides hands-on experience in applied behavior analysis (ABA).

No prior ABA experience is required. Aspire Living & Learning provides comprehensive on-the-job training, ongoing supervision, and support to help qualified employees pursue Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. Experience in customer service, sales, education, healthcare, business, human services, marketing, communications, maintenance, government, or another field may be valuable in this role. About the Behavior Therapist Role Behavior Therapists work under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and/or special education teacher.

You will implement individualized behavior support plans, education plans, and service agreements while helping clients develop communication, social, academic, motor, and daily living skills. Clients may demonstrate mild to severe behavioral challenges, including aggressive or self-injurious behavior. The role requires patience, emotional maturity, physical fitness, attention to detail, and the ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.

Behavior Therapists may work in: Aspire Living & Learning clinics Public and private school settings Client homes, as assigned Community environments Key Responsibilities Implement individualized behavior support plans using applied behavior analysis techniques Teach communication, social, motor, play, cognitive, and self-care skills Support clients with daily living and personal care routines Reduce challenging behaviors through approved intervention strategies Collect accurate data on behavior, progress, and skill development Follow written treatment plans, protocols, and safety procedures Use prompting, discrete trial teaching, and naturalistic learning techniques Apply prevention, redirection, and physical intervention procedures when necessary and properly trained Maintain focus and attention for extended periods Collaborate with behavior analysts, special education teachers, families, and other team members Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and ongoing supervision Adapt to daily schedule changes and changing client needs Qualifications Bachelor’s degree preferred; a combination of college coursework and relevant experience may be considered Previous experience in ABA, education, healthcare, human services, behavioral health, or direct support is helpful but not…

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About Aspire Living & Learning

From its Form 990

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