Put your passion and energy to work improving the lives of people with autism—and make a difference that will make you proud.
Careers
Put your passion and energy to work improving the lives of people with autism—and make a difference that will make you proud.
Training and continuing education
Innovative programs that help learners and families
Use of proven, evidence-based practices
Opportunities for career growth
Conference attendance
Collaboration with major universities
Nine weeks paid time off per year
100% paid health insurance (for employees)
100% paid life and long-term disability insurance
Retirement plan with employer match
Dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
Health and flexible spending account
Continuing education and training
Tuition reimbursement
Health club discount
Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains
100 miles from Washington, DC
70 miles from Richmond
Near wineries and breweries
University town with cultural offerings and college athletics
We're a learning-focused organization, and we're continually engaged in growing our knowledge and skills. Take a look at our 2022 professional development calendar to see what's in store this year.
Take advantage of tuition reimbursement, conference opportunities, paid credential fees, and other perks that support your career growth.
Make a difference in the lives of students, clients, consumers, and their families. Join the staff at one of our three Charlottesville locations: James C. Hormel School (JCH) our day school serving students 6-22 years old, Outpatient Behavioral Services (OBS) providing early intervention skills and strategies to clients ages 2 - 21, and the Center for Adolescent and Adult Autism Services (CAAAS) serving our post high students and day support services for adults aged 22 and older.
VIA is hiring Behavior Technicians for all locations. No prior experience is necessary and the required trainings and supervision to become a Registered Behavior Technician will be provided on the job at no cost to the new hire!
VIA has current openings for Behavior Technicians at the James C. Hormel School. We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic, talented people who are dedicated to helping people overcome the challenges of autism.
Behavior Technicians work one-on-one with students, and their primary role is to implement the academic and behavioral programs (specific to each student) set forth by the Classroom Supervisor. All Behavior Technicians receive intensive hands-on training, including the required training and supervision for the Registered Behavior Technician credential upon hire. Positions are full time, Monday - Friday.
A high school diploma is required (bachelor’s degree preferred) and prior experience working with individuals with autism or developmental disabilities is preferred. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age and hold a valid driver’s license.
Benefits for Full Time Employees are as follows:
$2,000 salary increase upon successful completion of RBT Certification, as early as 90 days after hire! Signing bonus of $1,000 applicable!
The Special Education Teacher works collaboratively with the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in achieving the best possible outcomes for the students served and in creating a culture of excellence at the James C. Hormel School. He/she contributes to student programming by working in partnership with the BCBA for IEP development and implementation, program monitoring, parent and classroom communication, and summarizing student progress for reporting purposes.
VIA has a current opening for a full-time Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)! We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, talented person who is dedicated to helping people overcome the challenges of autism.
The BCBA ensures that students are taught adaptive, meaningful skills across a wide variety of modalities using instructional methods based on empirically-supported practices, balance programs across behavioral teaching methods, provide program monitoring and support, provide family members with regular and frequent data summarizing the student’s progress on IEP goals, actively collaborate with special education staff, participate in applied research protocols.
Qualifications include master’s degree in behavior analysis, psychology or related field; Board Certified Behavior Analyst; valid Virginia license in Behavior Analysis; extensive knowledge and skills in applied behavior analysis and evidence-based strategies for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities.
We offer a fun, supportive work environment with a comprehensive benefits program!
VIA is seeking candidates for Outpatient (OBS) Behavioral Technicians. New hires receive intensive hands-on training, including the required training and supervision for the Registered Behavior Technician credential.
The OBS behavior technician works under the direct supervision of a licensed Behavior Analyst, provides 1:1 applied behavior analysis, early intervention services to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders and related developmental disabilities. The direct service hours are provided on a block schedule, Monday - Friday from 8 - 4 in an in-clinic setting.
Bachelor's degree and/or relevant experience preferred in Psychology, Education, Social Work, Behavioral Science, Human Development or related field.
VIA is seeking candidates for part-time Outpatient (OBS) Behavioral Technicians. New hires receive intensive hands-on training, including the required training and supervision for the Registered Behavior Technician credential.
The OBS behavior technician works under the direct supervision of a licensed Behavior Analyst, provides 1:1 applied behavior analysis services to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders and related developmental disabilities. The direct service hours are provided on a block schedule.
This is a part-time, hourly position. Consistent hourly availability is preferred.
Bachelor's degree and/or relevant experience preferred in Psychology, Education, Social Work, Behavioral Science, Human Development or related field.
VIA has a current opening for a full-time Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) on their Outpatient Behavioral Services team! We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic, talented person who is dedicated to helping people overcome the challenges of autism.
The BCBA consults, provides training to caregivers, conducts behavioral evaluations of clients and designs behavior and individual support plans for clients. This position is responsible for coordinating, scheduling, communicating and continually evaluating the effectiveness of functional assessments, behavioral evaluations, behavior plans and individual education plans for clients on their caseload. This role also educates, observes, assesses, and supervises the educational activities and service delivery of Outpatient program staff. The BCBA maintains a weekly billable caseload of service hours as directed by the Clinical Director of Outpatient Behavioral Services.
Qualifications include master’s degree in behavior analysis, psychology or related field; Board Certified Behavior Analyst; valid Virginia license in Behavior Analysis; extensive knowledge and skills in applied behavior analysis and evidence-based strategies for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities.
VIA has an opening for a psychology intern responsible for providing clinical services. These services would include therapy and evaluation under the supervision of a licensed clinical psychologists to children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder, other neurodevelopmental disabilities, and related mood disorders and externalizing disorders. This part-time position is responsible for maintaining a minimum weekly billable hour requirement and requires a bachelor's degree as well as current enrollment in a doctoral program in Clinical Psychology or a related discipline.
The Outpatient Services Department has an opening for a part-time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). The SLP develops and implements clinical intervention for children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder and/or related disabilities who experience communication deficits. Treatment occurs primarily in the Outpatient clinic space. The SLP provides intervention related to all areas of communication and provides parent and staff consultation and training as needed. The SLP takes an active role in ensuring all communication services are delivered in accordance with current evidence-based practices and are provided in an ethical manner. The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) works collaboratively with Behavior Analysts, Clinical Psychologists, and Behavior Technicians as appropriate. The Outpatient SLP maintains a weekly billable caseload of service hours as directed by the supervisor and works a minimum of 20 hours weekly.
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The related services team at VIA's Outpatient Services Department is seeking a clinical psychology post-doctoral fellow. This position is responsible for providing clinical services and supervision for outpatient psychological therapy and evaluation to children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder, other neurodevelopmental disabilities, and related mood disorders and externalizing disorders. This is a full or part-time position, requiring a minimum of two days per week and responsible for meeting a minimum weekly billable hour requirement.
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The adult services team at VIA is seeking a behavior technician. This position is responsible for conducting independent sessions or in collaboration with other adult services staff, in addition to running skill acquisition programs accurately and using evidence-based instructional technologies during prorgram implementation. The implementation of behavior support plans and additional instructional protocols is also a function of the position. This is a full time position requiring a valid driving license and the ability to assist with special projects.
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VIA has current openings for Behavior Technicians at the Lexington school. We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic, talented people who are dedicated to helping people overcome the challenges of autism.
Behavior Technicians work one-on-one with students, and their primary role is to implement the academic and behavioral programs (specific to each student) set forth by the Classroom Supervisor. All Behavior Technicians receive intensive hands-on training, including the required training and supervision for the Registered Behavior Technician credential upon hire. Positions are full time, Monday - Friday.
A high school diploma is required (bachelor’s degree preferred) and prior experience working with individuals with autism or developmental disabilities is preferred. All applicants must be at least 18 years of age and hold a valid driver’s license.
Benefits for Full Time Employees are as follows:
$2,000 salary increase upon successful completion of RBT Certification, as early as 90 days after hire! Signing bonus of $1,000 applicable!
The Virginia Institute of Autism (VIA) seeks a Marketing and Communications Coordinator (MCC). The MCC reports directly to VIA’s President and CEO and works closely with the advancement team, human resources department, and program directors tell the story of VIA’s work and impact, both externally (to potential donors and candidates for hire) and internally (to current staff, families, board members, donors, and other stakeholders). A significant part of this job is creatively sharing the impact of VIA services on the students, adults, and families we serve in four different service centers (Charlottesville, Lexington, Lynchburg, and Roanoke) through print media, web and social media, video, radio, television and personal appearances.
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