Behavior Technician- Fairfield Co.

Here's What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: $20+/hr
• A Rewarding Career: Helping kids achieve their goals!
• Training: Ongoing training and support
• Culture: Innovative, Creative, and Ethical
• Additional Income: Bonuses, raises, and incentives
• Growth: RBT Certification and aspiring BCBA program

Here's What We Need From You

• Candidate Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree with 1 year experience in the field OR Associate's degree with 2 years' experience in the field.
• Experience in the field: Having worked with children OR having worked with individuals with disabilities.
• Experience: Childcare, healthcare, or mental health preferred (but we will train the right candidate).
• Dependability: Consistency and reliability is crucial for the child's success.
• Integrity: You will work in the child's home without constant supervision.
• Positivity & Patience: It's all about positive reinforcement and repetition.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

Behavior Therapist Job Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one in-home Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy.
• Collect behavior and skill acquisition data during sessions.
• Conduct Discrete Trials, Natural Environment Teaching, and various teaching/reinforcement methods in line with the Behavior Support Plan.
• Work collaboratively with a BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) to implement basic principles and teaching procedures of ABA therapy.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong technology skills for data collection and entry.
• Professional written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude while being an active participant who contributes to team activities, meetings, and training.
• Ability to set and achieve goals that benefit the patient, the team, and the BT/RBT.
• Ability to receive feedback, coaching, and counseling while maintaining a positive attitude and commitment to be a continuous learner.

Physical Working Conditions

• Ability to bend, kneel, crouch, and spend time standing as well as an ability to lift items up to 50 lbs.
• Endurance to move quickly from a seated position to a standing position to accommodate the treatment plan and/or for the safety of the patient.
• Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity enough to operate office equipment, etc.