Teacher Aide/RBT
About the job
- A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Completion of the 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician training module is required before seeing clients.
- Must be able to commute to both clinic locations in McAllen and Edinburg as needed, while remaining consistently at one location.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to follow lesson plans and implement Applied Behavior Analysis strategies.
- Assist clients with behavioral needs through Applied Behavior Analysis techniques.
- Implement individual education plans.
- Facilitate learning activities.
- Collect data on student progress.
- Create a nurturing and engaging atmosphere for students.
- A bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, or a related field is preferred.
- Experience working with children diagnosed with autism or other developmental disabilities is preferred.
About the company
Aptus Health Care runs outpatient rehabilitation clinics for children and adults in South Texas under the Aptus Therapy name. Its physical, occupational and speech therapists treat conditions that affect movement, communication and everyday activities, including developmental delays and injuries. Patients begin with an evaluation, then follow an individualized treatment plan that is reviewed as their needs change. The clinics charge for therapy visits and coordinate care with referring physicians, treating patients at locations in McAllen, Edinburg, Rio Grande City and Roma. Founded in 1996 with its first clinic in Edinburg, Aptus is headquartered in McAllen, Texas.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
McAllen, TX
Founded
1996
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Aptus connects clinicians with educators: it hosts free educational sessions for school staff and parents.
- Aptus Health Care trains insurance clerks: full-time Edinburg/McAllen openings require no prior experience.
- Aptus Health Care's McAllen physical therapist assistant opening lists full-time, part-time and contract schedules.
What critics are saying
- Aptus' Edinburg rehab technicians face physical demands: full-time work requires lifting and assisting patients.
- Insurance shapes patient affordability: Aptus collects required co-pays each visit and co-insurance after each treatment.
- Progress depends on home practice: Aptus says daily home intervention remains essential even with weekly therapy.
What makes Aptus Health Care unique
- Aptus adapts pool access: its indoor heated therapeutic pool includes a lift and stairs with rails.
- Aptus uses specialized exercise equipment: its Universal Exercise Unit combines pulleys, straps and splints.
- Aptus evaluates work readiness: its industrial rehabilitation combines functional-capacity testing, ergonomic education and work conditioning.
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