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ABA Therapist green card sponsorship follows the EB-2 or EB-3 path, with most employers filing PERM labor certification through the Department of Labor before submitting an I-140 immigrant petition. Behavioral health clinics, school districts, and autism service providers regularly sponsor qualified foreign professionals for permanent residency.
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ABA therapist work as a team to improve the lives of children and adults with autism. This position is also known as a line technician or ABA Tech. This position is a one-on-one ratio between student and teacher with the support of an ABA Specialist (BCBA).
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Actively participate in professional development and extracurricular activities
- Proactively manage student behavior according to shared expectations and ABA guidelines
- Engage families and community members in the learning process
- Constant attention to and interaction with assigned student (Note: when student is on break therapist should be interacting with student teaching play skills or prepping next trials)
- Constant delivery of approvals to student
- Accurately taking data and notes on targeted behaviors and any new observed behaviors
- Working toward and completing training objectives
- Assisting in toileting and self-care needs of student
- Picking up and cleaning as you go to assure classroom environment is safe and conducive to learning
- Demonstrating flexibility in scheduling and student assignment
- Staying current on programming/curriculum and adapting program changes as they occur
- Consistently following classroom schedule
SCHOOL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Set and work toward ambitious behavioral and academic goals
- Deliver community-based instruction
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to implement and reinforce all components of a consistently positive, creative and solutions-oriented school culture
- Running NET, DTT, and academic programs accurately according to curriculum
- Accurately summarizing and graphing data
- Accepting and executing feedback from Executive Director, PATH Director, and BCBAs
- Working as teammate in the classroom and throughout Chartwell
- Communicating concerns in a friendly and professional manner
- Completing assigned chores before leaving to ensure center cleanliness
- Staying current on programming/curriculum and adapting program changes as they occur
- Timeliness and punctuality for arrival (8:00 AM), lunch (30 minutes), and departure (3:45 PM at the earliest)
POSITION DETAILS:
- Can lift up to 50 pounds.
- Communication with student, staff and family is essential.
- Duties will include assisting with daily living skills such as dressing, hygiene, and toileting.
ABA THERAPIST QUALIFICATIONS:
- A commitment to fulfill the school’s mission and vision
- A passion for helping children and adults with learning differences
- Experience working with children and/or adults with autism
- Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis
- The desire to be part of a true Professional Learning Community
- Flexibility, patience, perception and empathy
- A “Can-Do” attitude
- Show respect and courtesy to students, parents, and colleagues
- Accept feedback from supervisors in a polite and constructive manner
- Communicate effectively to students, parents, and colleagues
- Maintain confidential information about students and their families
- Act as a positive role model and representative of Chartwell both at Chartwell and in the community
- A strong desire to increase instructional efficacy by receiving and implementing feedback
- An unwavering commitment to help each of our young learners excel behaviorally, academically, emotionally and socially
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree; preferred but not mandatory in Human or Social Services
- Valid driver’s license
- Easterseals Louisiana is a Drug-Free Workplace, pre-employment and random drug tests will be administered.
- Will be required to pass Easterseals Louisiana’s background check
- Some experience working with children for 1 year in a 1:1 setting
- Ability to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Personal means of transportation with a reliable vehicle
STARTING SALARY: $31,000
JOB TYPE: Full-time
PAY: $31,000.00 per year
BENEFITS:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
ABILITY TO COMMUTE:
- New Orleans, LA 70130 (Required)
WORK LOCATION: In person
INTRODUCTION
ABA therapist work as a team to improve the lives of children and adults with autism. This position is also known as a line technician or ABA Tech. This position is a one-on-one ratio between student and teacher with the support of an ABA Specialist (BCBA).
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Actively participate in professional development and extracurricular activities
- Proactively manage student behavior according to shared expectations and ABA guidelines
- Engage families and community members in the learning process
- Constant attention to and interaction with assigned student (Note: when student is on break therapist should be interacting with student teaching play skills or prepping next trials)
- Constant delivery of approvals to student
- Accurately taking data and notes on targeted behaviors and any new observed behaviors
- Working toward and completing training objectives
- Assisting in toileting and self-care needs of student
- Picking up and cleaning as you go to assure classroom environment is safe and conducive to learning
- Demonstrating flexibility in scheduling and student assignment
- Staying current on programming/curriculum and adapting program changes as they occur
- Consistently following classroom schedule
SCHOOL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Set and work toward ambitious behavioral and academic goals
- Deliver community-based instruction
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to implement and reinforce all components of a consistently positive, creative and solutions-oriented school culture
- Running NET, DTT, and academic programs accurately according to curriculum
- Accurately summarizing and graphing data
- Accepting and executing feedback from Executive Director, PATH Director, and BCBAs
- Working as teammate in the classroom and throughout Chartwell
- Communicating concerns in a friendly and professional manner
- Completing assigned chores before leaving to ensure center cleanliness
- Staying current on programming/curriculum and adapting program changes as they occur
- Timeliness and punctuality for arrival (8:00 AM), lunch (30 minutes), and departure (3:45 PM at the earliest)
POSITION DETAILS:
- Can lift up to 50 pounds.
- Communication with student, staff and family is essential.
- Duties will include assisting with daily living skills such as dressing, hygiene, and toileting.
ABA THERAPIST QUALIFICATIONS:
- A commitment to fulfill the school’s mission and vision
- A passion for helping children and adults with learning differences
- Experience working with children and/or adults with autism
- Familiarity with Applied Behavior Analysis
- The desire to be part of a true Professional Learning Community
- Flexibility, patience, perception and empathy
- A “Can-Do” attitude
- Show respect and courtesy to students, parents, and colleagues
- Accept feedback from supervisors in a polite and constructive manner
- Communicate effectively to students, parents, and colleagues
- Maintain confidential information about students and their families
- Act as a positive role model and representative of Chartwell both at Chartwell and in the community
- A strong desire to increase instructional efficacy by receiving and implementing feedback
- An unwavering commitment to help each of our young learners excel behaviorally, academically, emotionally and socially
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree; preferred but not mandatory in Human or Social Services
- Valid driver’s license
- Easterseals Louisiana is a Drug-Free Workplace, pre-employment and random drug tests will be administered.
- Will be required to pass Easterseals Louisiana’s background check
- Some experience working with children for 1 year in a 1:1 setting
- Ability to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Personal means of transportation with a reliable vehicle
STARTING SALARY: $31,000
JOB TYPE: Full-time
PAY: $31,000.00 per year
BENEFITS:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
ABILITY TO COMMUTE:
- New Orleans, LA 70130 (Required)
WORK LOCATION: In person
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in ABA Therapist
Verify your credentials meet EB-2 or EB-3 standards
EB-2 requires a master's degree in applied behavior analysis or a related field, or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience. EB-3 covers bachelor's-degree holders and skilled workers with two or more years of documented ABA experience.
Search employers with PERM filing histories on Migrate Mate
Target behavioral health organizations that have already filed PERM applications for ABA roles. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship histories, so you're applying to organizations that have already committed to the PERM process for this occupation.
Confirm your BCBA certification satisfies the specialty requirement
PERM requires the employer to show the posted role demands a specific degree field. A BCBA or BCaBA credential from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board demonstrates the specialty-occupation link that USCIS and DOL look for during I-140 and PERM adjudication.
Understand how prevailing wage shapes your offer negotiation
Before your offer is finalized, your employer must file a prevailing wage determination with DOL. Run the OFLC Wage Search for ABA Therapist roles in the job's metro area so you know the wage floor before salary discussions begin.
Ask employers about their PERM recruitment timeline upfront
PERM requires the employer to complete a mandatory recruitment test, including job postings and documentation, before filing with DOL. Ask during interviews how recently they've completed PERM for similar roles and whether they use in-house HR or outside immigration counsel.
Preserve your priority date if you change employers mid-process
If your I-140 is approved and your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a comparable ABA role with a new employer. Your original priority date can carry over to the new employer's I-140 petition.
Green Card ABA Therapist: Frequently Asked Questions
Do ABA Therapist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply depending on your credentials. EB-2 covers ABA professionals with a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive specialized experience. EB-3 covers those with a relevant bachelor's degree or, as a skilled worker, at least two years of documented ABA therapy experience. Your employer's PERM filing will specify which category fits the role and your background.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for ABA Therapists?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency, not a temporary status. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, followed by an I-140 immigrant petition and then adjustment of status or consular processing. There's no lottery, but per-country annual limits mean nationals of high-demand countries like India or China can face priority-date backlogs before the final step can be completed.
How do I find employers who sponsor ABA Therapists for green cards?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified PERM and employment-based green card sponsorship histories for ABA roles specifically, so you can focus your search on organizations that have already navigated the process. Many behavioral health networks, school districts, and autism service providers sponsor regularly, but their sponsorship history isn't always visible on general job boards.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for ABA Therapist positions?
Your employer files a prevailing wage determination with DOL, then conducts a mandatory recruitment test, including job postings, to show no qualified U.S. workers are available for the specific role. Only after completing recruitment does the employer submit the PERM application to DOL. USCIS then adjudicates the I-140 immigrant petition once PERM is certified. The process typically takes many months across both agencies.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
Yes, under certain conditions. If your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more and your original I-140 was approved, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or a similar ABA occupation without restarting the entire process. Your original priority date can also carry over to a new employer's I-140 once the first I-140 was approved, which protects your place in the queue.