ABA Therapist or Behavior Technician

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides direct services to clients and implements daily activities as outlined by the individualized treatment plan under the direct supervision and delegation of a Behavior Analyst.
• Supports and provides family training that integrates behavioral modification strategies to be implemented in the home and or the natural environment under the direct supervision and delegation of a Behavior Analyst.
• Completes all required documentation including behavioral data, daily notes, and weekly billing records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Utilizes safe & appropriate safety management protocols when working with clients.
• Collaborates and coordinates with other service providers working with clients to encourage consistency among client families/caregivers and all providers such as Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, and Physical Therapists.
• Participates in supervision on a weekly basis with a Behavior Analyst to discuss client updates, progress, or concerns.

Job Requirements

• Education and Experience:
  • Required: Must be at least 18 years of age and have demonstrated completion of high school or equivalent/higher at the time of application.
  • Associates degree preferred.
  • Coursework in social work, psychology, counseling, sociology or related field preferred.
• Preferred Experience:
  • A strong background working with individuals ages 0-21 in a classroom, child care center or 1:1 setting;
  • Experience implementing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis;
  • Education, Speech, or Health Services experience.
• Background Check: Must undergo a background check within 180 days of submitting a completed RBT Certification Application.
• Training: Must remain under the supervision of a training supervisor and mentor for at least 180 days contingent on completing a competency-based training package.

Additional Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to participate in and follow prescribed crisis management techniques
• Ability to quickly change direction to stay with clients.
• Ability to independently go from a seated to a standing position.
• Ability to kneel for extended periods of time