Behavior Technician (SBT) - Redding, CT
About The Position
The Behavior Technician provides clinical skills instruction and behavior-reduction protocols based on Applied Behavior Analysis for children with autism and related developmental disabilities. Services are delivered in home, community, clinic, and school settings. The technician collects and summarizes data, supports parent and caregiver training, and works under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The role includes direct care in one-to-one and group settings, using intensive teaching and natural environment training. The technician follows prescribed skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction protocols, documents interventions and progress, communicates with families and other professionals, and helps facilitate transitions between agencies and programs. The position requires flexibility of hours and the ability to work independently and in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a human services field from an accredited university and one year of directly relevant experience working with youth and families who require behavior management to address mental health needs; alternatively, an associate’s degree (60 college credits) and at least two years of such experience.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to speak and write English in an understandable manner.
- Ability to function independently and demonstrate personal integrity.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under time constraints and adjust to changing work schedules.
- Ability to learn company policies and procedures, follow written and oral instructions, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Ability to operate a computer, photocopier, and telephone.
- Ability to establish a responsible and trustworthy rapport with staff and provide proper notice of absence or tardiness.
Nice To Haves
- Registered Behavior Technician certification.
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement intervention strategies through direct therapy, monitoring, and consultation under BCBA supervision.
- Teach targeted behaviors using specialized techniques, which may include reward systems, incidental teaching, and pivotal response training.
- Record and track data from training sessions; collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
- Reinforce positive behavior with children on the caseload.
- Provide direct client care in one-to-one and group settings using intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
- Follow prescribed behavior skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction protocols.
- Assist with parent and caregiver training in line with each client’s individualized treatment and behavior-reduction protocols.
- Communicate with parents and caregivers about client progress as instructed by the BCBA, and communicate effectively with administrators and community members.
- Provide accurate documentation of interventions, goals, and objectives.
- Facilitate transitions among agencies, programs, and professionals as services change.
- Identify emergency situations and determine appropriate action to ensure child safety.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Meet productivity requirements, organize and complete work, demonstrate reliability and teamwork, and represent the organization professionally.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
