Behavior Technician- RBT Preferred
About The Position
The Behavior Technician implements applied behavior analysis educational and treatment programs for individual clients ages 1 to 22 in their homes, an ABA Center, and the community. The work is conducted under the direction of the clinical team, with a Behavior Analyst directly supervising treatment and supporting implementation of strategies that promote independence and functional skills. The technician collects and manages data using prescribed measurement systems and participates as a member of each client’s treatment team. The position works one-on-one with children with special healthcare needs and supports all aspects of their treatment plans, including self-care and toilet-training programs. Advocates provides comprehensive services for people facing developmental, mental health, or other life challenges. It is a nonprofit, mission-driven organization focused on person-centered support, independence, respect, compassion, inclusion, and helping people live meaningful lives. Advocates also describes its workplace as supportive and welcoming, with opportunities for employees to grow and contribute.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, with at least 6 months of relevant experience; alternatively, an associate degree with 60 or more credit hours.
- Successfully pass background checks.
- Have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
- Have automobile insurance and access to an insured vehicle for use as directed and when needed for transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree and/or RBT credential.
Responsibilities
- Follow approved treatment plans and use positive approaches that respect each person’s individual needs and learning style.
- Assist at the level needed to meet treatment-plan goals, in consultation with the Behavior Analyst.
- Assist with training and orienting new staff, and provide coworkers with positive and constructive feedback.
- Collect accurate data across program activities, including toileting, discrete trial instruction, behavior, and natural-environment activities, and maintain client records.
- Participate in developing individualized plans when appropriate, follow those plans, and actively participate in meetings.
- Work one-on-one with a child with special healthcare needs in the ABA Center, the client’s home, or the community.
- Meet with the Behavior Analyst to review family concerns, scheduling issues, and administration of the treatment plan.
- Implement instructional strategies consistently and accurately as prescribed by the Behavior Analyst.
- Communicate changes in a client’s medical, physical, or other status to the guardian and clinical team.
- Implement teaching programs in a positive, supportive, and proactive manner.
- Implement all aspects of the child’s treatment plan, including self-care and support for the client and family with toilet-training programming.
Benefits
- The organization will pay for the employee to obtain RBT certification.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
