Associate Behavior Technician - Jackson, MS

Job Responsibilities

• Conducts ABA-Based Individual Therapy in Clinic and Community Based settings.
• Conducts ABA-based group therapy as approved by supervisor.
• Maintains RBT Credential.
• Maintains Valid Driver's License, Current Auto Insurance Coverage, Access to reliable transportation during working hours.
• Gathers all relevant session materials needed for sessions prior to the scheduled time.
• Completes and submits Notes to supervisor within 48 hours of completed session.
• Uses behavior terminology when writing session notes.
• Refers questions that are outside of RBT competency area to clinical team supervisor or other relevant party.
• Communicates effectively through communication note or email about concerns mentioned by parent.
• Aids in maintaining client records, including protocol binder, session data, and all other materials as directed by supervisor.
• Enters accurate session data into the database before the end of the day in which sessions were conducted.
• Makes, organizes and maintains program materials as instructed to do so by supervisor.
• Participates in supervisions on a bi-weekly basis, or as initiated by supervisor.
• Maintains appropriate organization documentation.
• Communicates with clinical team regarding observed and/or anticipated issues with clients.
• Provides safe physical intervention in accordance to MAB skills when necessary.
• Provides physical assistance to client who cannot care for themselves with certain hygiene functions including but not limited to toileting, diapering, cleaning and feeding.
• Knowledge of discrete trial methods; pivotal response techniques, picture exchange system, other appropriate strategies and methods for shaping children behaviors, characteristics of a variety of disabilities, and data collection and usage.
• Follows written protocols and procedures as specified.
• Participates in staff trainings.
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in a clinical or educational setting working with children with educational, communication, or behavioral difficulties preferred.
• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Must complete required training modules, competency check, and exam to obtain and maintain registered behavior technician (RBT) requirement within the 90 day Orientation period.
• Must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid Mississippi driver’s license, a good driving record, proof of legally appropriate auto liability insurance, and must be willing to use personal vehicle for organization business.
• Personal vehicle must be in good working condition and must be available on a daily basis in order to appropriately carry out job duties.