Behavior Technician - Willing to Train

About the role

Proud Moments ABA is a national behavioral health organization providing the gold standard of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for children on the autism spectrum from birth to age 21. Behavior Technicians (BT's) are an essential part of the treatment team, delivering 1-1 specialized treatment in partnership with our Board Certified Behavior Analysts in a center-based setting.

What Proud Moments can offer you

• Potential for part-time and/or full-time guaranteed hours in a center environment
• Paid training and support to feel confident in your ability to execute treatment plans
• Competitive compensation
• Fun, challenging, fulfilling, team-oriented work environment
• Ability to positively impact the lives of families and their children on the autism spectrum
• Career growth opportunities
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401k benefits (for full-time employees)

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with a client to implement behavioral plans designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Collect data to monitor the progress and effectiveness of the individualized treatment plan and report progress
• Support BCBA with training families on implementing individualized treatment plans
• Be responsive to the needs and requests of clients, their families, and supervisors
• Maintain clear lines of communication with families, supervisors, and other applicable parties
• Physically keep up with clients as they move about the session area(s), including standing, sitting, bending, lifting 25+ pounds, running, squatting, kneeling, and generally keeping pace with children from 2-15 years old
• Perform any other tasks outlined by BCBA/LBA

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Prior experience working with children preferred
• Prior experience providing support to children or adults with behavioral challenges, developmental delays, or special needs preferred
• Exposure to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other developmental disabilities is preferred (comprehensive training will be provided)
• Reliable personal transportation with the ability to commute consistently to assigned work locations
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of client, family, and organizational information in accordance with HIPAA and company policies
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced, client-focused environment
• Clear verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to follow detailed instructions and document information accurately
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail, with the ability to stay organized and adapt to changing schedules or priorities

Skills

• A passion and love for working with children
• Ability to work in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment
• Strong, reliable work ethic (your clients depend on you)
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with children and parents
• Fun, creative, and innovative ideas to engage your client