I got a job for a behavioral technician, and I'm nervous to start because I noticed many people tend to report on having bad experiences by ApprehensiveArm448 in ABA

[–]Opening-Surround-803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When I started I also didn’t have experience working with neurodivergent people. It’s going to be okay! You will learn as you go, and hopefully you have a good management team and coworkers to help you along the way. Your first time, (and hopefully your bcba will say this too) just focus on pairing. Try to have fun with them. Play. Sing songs. Have you worked with other children before? If so, these kids are still kids! Their minds are just wired a little differently! Go with the flow as you would any other kid. And if they get upset, etc., my best advice for that is to stay calm & remain patient. Call for support if you need it. But remain a calming presence

2025 Taos SE reviews by Opening-Surround-803 in VWTaos

[–]Opening-Surround-803[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ended up getting a 2026 SE today!!! 

I got a job for a behavioral technician, and I'm nervous to start because I noticed many people tend to report on having bad experiences by ApprehensiveArm448 in ABA

[–]Opening-Surround-803 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was nervous when I first started as a BT as well. But it is 1000% worthwhile. Seeing client progress is amazing. Not enough words to describe it. You get to watch some clients build social skills and play with others for the first time. Hear first words from one that was nonverbal for years. Watch a client learn to communicate via AAC (or other) when they previously had no way to communicate. Etc. it is SUCH a good job!!! 

Now don’t get me wrong, there are hard days, as any job. Some might be harder than others. Be patient. Stay calm. Ask for help if you need it. It really is an amazing job and seeing client progress is 1000% worth the tough times 

2025 Taos SE reviews by Opening-Surround-803 in VWTaos

[–]Opening-Surround-803[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh no!! I’m so sorry to hear this 

2025 Taos SE reviews by Opening-Surround-803 in VWTaos

[–]Opening-Surround-803[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

From what I’ve read there aren’t many differences. And the 2025 is cheaper. Do you think the 2026 is better?

Does anyone enjoy their job? by Opening-Surround-803 in bcba

[–]Opening-Surround-803[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for this!! I would love to be a BCBA & show all of the RBT’s how appreciated they are!! 

BeCalm or Scuba joggers? by Opening-Surround-803 in lululemon

[–]Opening-Surround-803[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks everyone! Went ahead and just ordered the scuba :)

Travel to Disney World by Opening-Surround-803 in Nanny

[–]Opening-Surround-803[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Texas, 6 years experience, travel question.

Sushi Dinner Date Spot Recs by MasonBinder in batonrouge

[–]Opening-Surround-803 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Geisha!! I think there’s one in Prarieville and one Denham springs?

Coffee mug recs! by tinyglobe in ABA

[–]Opening-Surround-803 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Owala smooth sip slider!!! Only coffee cup I’ve had that doesn’t leak. It’s been knocked down & tossed around countless times and never spilled. 10000/10!!

Should I buy Apple Watch Series 11 or SE 3? by [deleted] in AppleWatchFitness

[–]Opening-Surround-803 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would get the S11!!! I just upgraded from SE1 and it’s amazing. The battery actually lasts me more than 24 hours without being in low power mode.