Behavior Technician – Entry Level

General Summary

The BY YOUR SIDE Behavior Technician directs ABA Therapy to children ages 2-21 years old in the center and in-home environments. The Behavior Technician will implement skill acquisition programs and behavior management protocols under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor. The Behavior Technician will also be responsible for collecting data on target behaviors during sessions. The Behavior Technician is also responsible for providing comprehensive ABA Therapy for BY YOUR SIDE clients under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor. The Behavior Technician is responsible for defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions, can read, analyze and respond to inquiries or complaints from clients/families and effectively present information to the BCBAs. This position’s hours of work and days vary based on the needs of clients/business. Evening, weekend work and/or overtime may be required, as needed.

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for enforcing standards for ABA Therapy to maintain BY YOUR SIDE’s high quality of care for clients and families.
• Provide direct 1:1 or small group therapy to children and young adults with autism consistent with the treatment plan under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor.
• Maintain targeted caseload hours of therapy per week.
• Maintain confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines.
• Implement treatment plans across multiple domains, including communication, social behavior, learner readiness skills, self-care, replacement behavior and behavior reduction as instructed by the Clinical Supervisor.
• Calmly respond intentionally and in alignment with the client Behavior Intervention Plan to challenging behavior.
• Absorb and adapt activities to the client’s preferences.
• Assist with assessments, under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, when they have assured proper training and administration of such assessment tools (i.e., VBMAPP, ABLLS).
• Assist with maintaining order and safety among the clients in the therapy environment.
• Assist other personnel with related tasks as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in completion of their work activities and for the enhancement of daily operations of the therapy center.
• Provide session coverage for clients (One Time Move) as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, team meetings, and collaborate with a team of multi-disciplinary therapists to coordinate, communicate relevant information, and implement high quality therapy.
• Participate in training provided to increase professional knowledge by attending in person, through video conferencing, and/or watching the recorded training(s).
• Completion of all assignments related to staff meetings and training (e.g., ABA meetings) by due date, including make-up assignments.
• Completion of daily activities/routines within the center (i.e., opening/closing procedures, cleaning, organization and creation of session materials, assisting other therapists, etc.).
• Collect and maintain accurate records of client performance through data collection and insurance notes on an online data collection platform. Ensure billing for all appointments through online platform session conversion within a specified period.
• Implementation of treatment plans across multiple environments including centers, homes, and communities. Travel to the home and community may be required.
• Toilet training and diaper changing may be required.

Completion of Training and Certifications

• RBT
• Safety Care
• CPR

Environmental Conditions/Physical, Mental, & Interpersonal Skills

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Bachelor's degree and/or enrolled in psychology, communication disorders, education or related field preferred
• High interest and willingness to learn about, understand and work with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Eagerness to learn about Applied Behavior Analysis and grow as a Behavior Technician
• Knowledge of sensory and behavioral strategies, preferred
• Ability to communicate proactively, timely, effectively and professionally with a variety of stakeholder types (clients, parents, Operations Team members, Behavior Analysts, Speech Therapists and Occupational Therapists)
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task, prioritize, execute on deadlines and produce high quality deliverables with attention to details
• Ability to exude professionalism through communication, timeliness and preparedness
• Proficiency in applications, games and web-based technology via an iPad and Microsoft Office Products, Word, Excel and Outlook

Physical Requirements

• Reliable transportation is required for travel to and from work and between therapy environments.
• May regularly lift, pull, push, and /or move 10-25 pounds, and may frequently lift pull, push, and /or move up to 50 pounds.
• Physical ability to move quickly, kneel, bend, squat, twist, walk, sit, stand and reach for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to respond quickly, which may include transitioning from a seated position to standing in case of client elopement or emergency.
• Must be able to assess and navigate factors that may impact safety and security.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.