Afternoon Behavior Technician: 2:30-4:30 - New City, United States - Ascend Licensed Behavior Analyst PLLC

Description

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Behavior Technician implements skills acquisition and behavior reduction protocols utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with children with autism and similar disabilities in the home.

The Behavior Technician delivers interventions and collects data in accordance with the client's individualized treatment plan under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

REPORTS TO:
BCBA Supervisor, Director of Clinical Services


RESPONSBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Implements 1:1 behavioral interventions with clients with autism utilizing a

combination of intensive and natural environment teaching arrangements.

• Implements interventions meant to reduce maladaptive behaviors and teach skills

that strengthen appropriate functional behaviors in its place.

• Implements skills acquisition targets aimed to teach language, communication,

social skills, play skills, self-help, and pre-academic skills.

• Collects accurate data on all skills acquisition and behavior reduction targets and

adheres to proper teaching, prompting, and error correction procedures.

• Ensures accuracy and timely submission of all session notes, timesheets, and all

other required documentation.

• Communicates effectively with all members of the client's treatment team regarding client progress.
• Receives ongoing supervision and readily accepts feedback and direction from a

BCBA supervisor.

• Engages in other work tasks as directed such as creating client materials and

assisting with client programming.

• Upholds client dignity and maintains a safe and organized therapeutic environment for clients.
• Maintains client confidentiality and protects Protected Health Information (PHI) in

accordance with state law.

• Attends all required meetings and trainings as requested by Ascend Licensed

Behavior Analyst PLLC


BASIC AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to assume various postures for extended periods of time (kneeling, squatting,

crawling, sitting, standing).

• Willingness to work with clients who exhibit a variety of challenging behaviors.
• Able to give and receive detailed communication both verbally and in writing.
• Access to reliable transportation.
• Undergo and pass a background check.
• Able to adhere to company policies and procedures and abide by the Behavior

Analyst Certification Board's code of ethics.


QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma, required
• Bachelor's Degree, preferred
• Registered Behavior Technician Certification, preferred
• One year experience providing ABA therapy, preferred
• One year experience working with children with special needs, preferred

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:

• Part time positions currently available, with the ability to expand as the company grows.
• Competitive pay based on experience with performancebased pay increases.
• Fieldwork and practicum supervision opportunities for those pursuing board

certification.

• Ongoing professional developmental and growth opportunities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide direct client care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
• Follow the prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.
• Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
• Assist with parent and caregiver training in line with client's individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols.
• Effectively communicate with parents and caregivers regarding client progress as

instructed by the BCBA.

• Utilize safe and appropriate handling procedures when working with clients.
• Maintain client confidentiality.
• Assist in preparing client materials as instructed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.
• Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required trainings.
• Perform other job duties as needed/necessary

Job Type:
Part-time


Pay:
$ $34.00 per hour


Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Patient demographics:

• Children

Schedule:

• After school

Work setting:

• Inhome
• Inperson

Experience:

• Applied behavior analysis: 1 year (preferred)

- early childhood education: 1 year (preferred)


Ability to Relocate:

• New City, NY: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
In person