Behavior Technician (SBT)

CONSTELLATION HEALTH SERVICES•Derby, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Technician will provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. This role involves working with children with Autism and related developmental disabilities in a school setting. Key responsibilities include collecting data on programs, assisting with parent training, and working under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. The position focuses on treating patients who have difficulties with socially significant behaviors, such as social skills, reading, communication, personal self-care, and work skills.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in a human services field from an accredited university AND one year of direct relevant experience working with youth and families who require behavior management to address mental health needs OR An associate’s degree (60 college credits) AND a minimum of two years of direct relevant experience working with youth and families who require behavior management to address mental health needs
Strong organization and communication skills
Ability to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner
Ability to function independently and have personal integrity
Ability to recognize tasks to be done and perform them independently
Ability to establish a responsible and trustworthy rapport with staff by being punctual, providing proper notification and advance notice for absence and tardiness, and following through on tasks as assigned
Flexibility to adjust to changing work schedules
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under time constraints
Ability to learn all Constellation policies and procedures
Judgment skills in processing telephone calls
Organizational skills necessary to establish priority of tasks and meet deadlines
Ability to operate all aspects of the computer, photocopier and telephone
Ability to understand and follow instructions provided by the supervisor both in written and oral formats
Ability to read, write and type

Nice To Haves

Registered Behavior technician certification

Responsibilities

Plan and implement intervention strategies using direct therapy, monitoring, and consultation under the supervision of a BCBA
Teach targeted behaviors using specialized techniques that may include reward systems, incidental teaching, and pivotal response training
Record and track data from training sessions
Reinforce positive behavior with children on caseload
Communicate effectively (orally and in writing) with administrators, parents, and community members
Provide accurate documentation of intervention, goals, and objectives
Facilitate transition among agencies, programs, and professionals as service provision changes (early intervention to pre-school, pre-school to school etc.)
Identify emergency situations and determine appropriate action to ensure child safety
Provide direct client care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements
Follow the prescribed behavior skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols
Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior
Assist with staff 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 Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Exercise necessary cost control measures
Strive to provide and maintain positive external and internal customer service and promote a culture of excellence in customer service
Demonstrate effective communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking questions when clarification is needed
Be depended upon to plan and organize work effectively and ensures its completion
Demonstrate reliability by arriving to work on time and taking breaks in the expected time frames
Meet all productivity requirements
Demonstrate team behavior and be willing to promote a team–oriented environment
Represent the organization professionally at all times