Senior ABA Therapist – Verbal Behavior & Functional Communication

About the Client A Kuwait-based opportunity offering a dedicated ABA professional the scope to support meaningful progress in communication, learning, and everyday independence. About the Role Provide individualized, one-to-one ABA support to teenagers with autism and limited verbal communication. Develop functional communication, verbal behavior, social interaction, and independent living skills. Provide school shadowing, supporting academic learning, classroom participation, attention, and following instructions. Collaborate with teachers and caregivers to ensure consistent support. Implement tailored interventions using Functional Communication Training and naturalistic teaching strategies. Support emotional regulation through respectful, evidence-based approaches. Monitor measurable progress and generalize skills across school, home, and community settings. About You Relevant degree in ABA, Psychology, Special Education, Speech and Language Therapy, or a related field. Recognized, verifiable certification such as BCBA, QBA, QASP-S, RBT, or equivalent, with current status where applicable. Strong hands-on ABA experience supporting teenagers with autism and limited verbal communication. Previous school shadowing experience is required. Practical expertise in functional communication, verbal behavior, and social skills development. Experience developing adaptive skills and everyday independence. Familiarity with AAC, VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, or AFLS is highly desirable. Excellent English communication skills and the ability to demonstrate measurable intervention outcomes. Available for a full-time, long-term position in Kuwait. International applicants are welcome. Show more Show less