Behavior Health Technician (Children's Services) (Scranton)

Reaching Beyond Limits•Scranton, PA

About The Position

Looking for more than just a job? We provide paid training, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities to advance as you grow with our company. Do you want to be the best part of someone else's day ? This is exactly what we strive for every day at Reaching Beyond Limits Behavioral Health. As a Behavioral Technician, you'll play a hands-on role in supporting children with autism and mental health diagnoses in building life skills, communicating, engaging socially, and learning strategies to manage their behavior. Guided by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Licensed Behavior Specialist (LBS), you'll use evidence-based practices to create positive change - one interaction at a time!

Requirements

Must be able to push/pull/lift up to 50 pounds
Previous professional and/or personal experience working with adults with Intellectual Disabilities is preferred, but not required.
Valid driver's license and car insurance
RBT 40 hour training completed within 2 weeks of hire, facilitation, training, and supervision is provided by RBL BH

Responsibilities

Provide direct 1:1 behavior support to children/adolescence wherever needed (school, home, or day-care)
Implement individualized treatment plans approved by a BCBA
Collaboration with other community-based team members, including the assigned BSC
Study all relevant records regarding the VIP you are assigned
Teach functional skills such as communication, daily living, vocational readiness, and coping strategies
Collect clear, accurate data to track progress and guide treatment decisions.
Support adults in achieving meaningful goals-whether that's navigating the community, building relationships, or increasing self-advocacy
Use creative problem-solving and compassion to overcome challenges and celebrate successes
Collaborate with an upbeat, supportive team committed to professional growth and client-centered care
Accurately complete all documentation and reports of individuals (progress notes, recording data, mileage logs) and hand them in promptly when due
Maintaining a good rapport with VIPs families continually
Completing 24 hours of the required annual training
Have reliable transportation to get to and from work, as well as to transport VIPs when needed
Utilize Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies, engage in supervision and training, and collaborate with the team, staff members, and families on the strategies outlined in the behavior plan