Behavior Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Behavior Technician - Job description

Position Summary:

The Behavior Technician provides direct 1:1 therapy to a child with autism by implementing individualized treatment plans using science-based practices. We provide training so you are equipped to help each child. The Behavior Technician will use these strategies to implement behavior reduction using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. The Behavior Technician is responsible for both implementing and collecting data on programs for clients developed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts. The Behavior Technician will also be responsible for assisting their supervisor with clinical assessments and skills acquisition.

Responsibilities:

• Receives extensive training to implement behavior analytic intervention
• Provides 1:1 psychoeducational services to children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Implements individualized treatment plans as designed by the supervisory team
• Responds to a variety of behavior as outlined in the behavior intervention plan
• Collects data regarding current performance of target skills and problem behavior
• Collaborates with supervisory staff to ensure optimal outcomes during intervention
• Coordinates with administration staff as needed
• Documents services using industry best practice standards
• Completes progress notes for client
• Act as technician support/center coverage upon request
• Understands and references employee handbook to follow company policies and procedures
• Adheres to the guidance and discretion of organizational leadership
• Other relevant duties and center support tasks as assigned

The Behavior technician reports to the assigned supervisor (BCBA) and/or administrative staff.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and valid automobile insurance
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Completion of 40 hour online RBT training (provided by the Autism Partnership Foundation and/or RELIAS)
• Strong verbal and written communication, time management and organizational skills, problem-solving
• CMH training modules
• HIPAA Compliance
• Proof of annual or required updated training shall be maintained on file for review
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Medication Training (case by case)
• QBS/CPI training (offered annually)
• Meet all training and credentialing requirements required by the BACB. This is not limited to but may include earning a minimum paraprofessional level certification in behavior analysis within 6 months of providing service to clients.

The provider is responsible for all training requirements outlined in the Employee Checklist (provided by BMT) and RBT training checklist by the designated times (Required trainings vary by state and is regulated by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board)

Job Types: Full-time AND/OR Part-time

Salary: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Overtime pay
• Referral program

Schedule:

• NEED: 3PM to 7 PM, Mondays to Fridays
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Morning shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• In-center and/or in-home therapy sessions
• Weekend availability (Saturday)

Ability to commute/relocate:

• 4435 24th ave, Fort Gratiot, MI 48059: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)
• Comply with all BACB requirements

Work Location: One location