Autism Specialist Trainee / Behavior Technician - Joplin

Pediatrics Plus•Joplin, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Pediatrics Plus is seeking Behavior Technicians (BT) to join their team. The company focuses on empowering children with special needs through evidence-based therapy, state-of-the-art facilities, and family support. They offer Applied Behavior Analysis, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech Therapy services. The Behavior Technician (BT) is a paraprofessional responsible for the direct implementation of behavior analytic services under the close supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The BT follows intervention or assessment plans created by the supervising BCBA and performs tasks assigned by the BCBA based on their training, experience, and competency.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide variety of people.
Must be able to work with children birth to age 21 and families who are at risk.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to handle multiple tasks in a very busy environment.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, policies, and other company documents.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Reports for work dressed appropriately and complies with company policies regarding the dress code.
Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Complete 40 hours of paid training by supervising BCBA - must be completed within 90 day period once hired.
Pass the RBT competency assessment conducted by supervising BCBA.
Pass the RBT exam through BACB to become a Registered Behavior Technician.
Pass a criminal background check and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

Pass the RBT competency assessment conducted by supervising BCBA.
Complete annual renewal through BACB.
Receive ongoing supervision and comply with BACB’s ethics requirements.

Responsibilities

Work directly under the supervision of the BCBA
Participate in the implementation of the Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP), created by the BCBA to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.
Participate in implementation of daily data collection.
Participate in entering data collected and updating graphs, along with reporting data to supervising BCBA.
Assist in observational assessments with the BCBA, such as the ABC (antecedent, behavior, consequence) data collection.
Prepare and implement all materials for all sessions as directed by the skill acquisition program.
Implement appropriate teaching procedures and interventions based on behavior modification determined by the supervising BCBA.
Store all notes, data collection, graphs, and other documentation in designated software system in compliance with HIPPA.
Maintain visual supervision of the child at all times; NEVER leave a child unattended.
Speak in a well-modulated, pleasant, and caring voice to children, parents, and staff.
Represent the program to parents, visitors, and the public in a positive way.
Maintain a clean, safe, healthy, and sanitary learning environment by ensuring that children are kept clean and toys and other materials get disinfected each day.
Display concern for the rights of children and families served by the clinic.
Ensure confidentiality of children and employee information.
Responds to internal and external requests for information according to clinic policy.
Participate in one-on-one meetings with leader.
Comply with BACB’s ethics requirements.