Behavior Technician

Summary/Objective

Primary job responsibility is to implement behavioral health and educational services using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis with individuals diagnosed with autism, related mental health disorders and/or intellectual disabilities in either a 1:1, 1:2 or small group setting. Receive supervision and training from behavior analytic and/or behavioral health supervisors through direct observation and team meetings.

Essential Functions

• Deliver instruction and assessments following procedures learned from initial and ongoing training sessions and based on feedback given from supervisors.
• Implement skills acquisition and behavior modification plans as provided during initial training and from ongoing training and feedback from supervisors.
• Implement behavioral health treatment by providing intensive services based off the individual’s behavioral health needs including, but not limited to: skills development, problem solving, conflict resolution, emotions/behavior management, developing positive coping mechanisms, and managing symptoms to enhance vocations/school opportunities and/or independent living.
• Implement crisis interventions as needed and when approved.
• Collect and analyze data and records of service accurately following Boundless procedures.
• Organize, prepare teaching and treatment materials and maintain clean instructional area.
• Maintain designated individual’s data collection methods, documents, records and materials related to treatment and educational plans.
• Absist in monitoring goal progression. Identify and document when interventions are needed for specific goals due to lack of progression.
• Absist in maintaining files for compliance in accordance with applicable local, state and federal standards; report unusual incidents and communicate unusual medical situations as required.
• Perform first aid as trained and designated.
• Complete treatment and education review for designated individual as assigned.
• Attend and participate in all treatment and educational team meetings, program meetings and Staff Development Days.
• Solicit, receive and apply feedback appropriately and professionally, and work towards goals developed with supervisors.
• Communicate by both hearing and speaking in a professional manner with coworkers, outside professionals, and parents, and use professional language when describing the individual and/or behaviors.
• Dress appropriately and arrive on time for work.
• Participate in fundraising activities through distribution of materials and information.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent, plus 3 years or more years of experience in the behavioral health, human services, or mental health field.
• One to two (1-2) years of experience working directly with children and families.
• Experience working with people with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities.
• Experience working with people with behavioral health conditions.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License with Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles; proof of auto insurance.

Preferred Qualifications

• College Degree in education, psychology, social work, or a related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid, CPR - adult, child and infant (training will be provided if not already certified).

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Must be able to function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with individuals, staff, and support agencies.
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, emotionally upset, and at times hostile clients/family members.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must be able to maintain physical exertion for multiple events across a shift that could last up to 45 minutes per episode.
• Must be able to maintain a kneeling and/or crouching position for multiple events across a shift that could last up to 45 minutes per episode.
• Must be able to stand for the majority of the shift.
• Must be able to respond quickly to sounds.
• Must be able to see and quickly respond to dangerous situations.
• Must be able to wear personal protective and safety gear correctly for the majority of the shift.
• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing) for extended periods of time across the shift along with the ability to walk swiftly or run after consumers on a shift.
• Must be able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be willing and able to restrain/hold/transport individuals as needed.
• Must be able to utilize quick body movements when working with individuals with challenging behavior.
• Must be able to remain awake for the entire assigned shift.