Behavior Technician

About the role

This position implements behavioral health and educational services using ABA principles with individuals diagnosed with autism, mental health disorders, and/or intellectual disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction and assessments following procedures learned from training and supervisor feedback.
• Implement skills acquisition and behavior modification plans as provided during training and from ongoing feedback.
• Provide intensive services based on individual's behavioral health needs, including skills development, problem solving, conflict resolution, emotions/behavior management, positive coping mechanisms, and symptom management.
• 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 a clean instructional area.
• Maintain designated individual’s data collection methods, documents, records, and materials related to treatment and educational plans.
• Absorb and document when interventions are needed for specific goals due to lack of progression.
• Assist in maintaining files for compliance in accordance with applicable standards; report unusual incidents and communicate unusual medical situations as required.
• Perform first aid as trained and designated.
• Complete treatment and education reviews for designated individuals as assigned.
• Attend and participate in all treatment and educational team meetings, program meetings, and Staff Development Days.
• Seek, 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.
• Within 60 days of hire, successfully complete the required physical crisis management training(s) and certification(s) applicable to the assigned program.
• May occasionally transport clients in Boundless vehicle.

Requirements

• 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).

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to complete trainings and apply knowledge to work with individuals served.
• Ability to perform emergency medical procedures when necessary.
• Ability to lift/bend/push/pull/stoop/kneel/crouch/crawl regularly when implementing crisis interventions.
• Ability to accurately document required therapy data.
• Intermediate computer skills.