Behavior Technician

Center for Autism and Related Disorders•Brentwood, NY

About The Position

The Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) is seeking motivated professionals to join its founder-owned organization, which provides services to individuals with autism spectrum disorder. CARD uses applied behavior analysis (ABA) to develop and implement individualized treatment programs intended to build skills and reduce challenging behaviors. Behavior Technicians implement ABA treatment programs with CARD patients and families under the direction of a Clinical Supervisor. Treatment may take place in a CARD center, a patient’s home or school, the community, or via telehealth. Technicians provide direct treatment in individual or group settings, collect and record data, respond to supervisor feedback, and communicate with patients, families, and colleagues. The position reports to the CARD Operations Manager and has no direct reports. The work may take place indoors or outdoors and may involve moving between locations during the workday. The role requires frequent movement and positioning to engage with and monitor patients, including bending, kneeling, crouching, running, sprinting, reaching, and responding to patient movement or behavior. Technicians must be able to lift up to 30 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Pass CARD’s initial Behavior Technician Training program, including a comprehensive written exam and field evaluation.
Empathetic and compassionate, with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Ability to collaborate with team members while maintaining a positive, solution-focused attitude.
Ability to work independently while providing direct treatment to patients.
Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
Excellent time-management skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Desire to continuously learn and develop skills.
Willingness to work in a variety of locations, including centers and patient homes, and with a variety of patients.
Reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance for some locations.
Ability to commit to at least six months of employment without major changes in schedule or location.
Ability to work with patients seated on the floor, in small chairs, or in other home, school, community, and clinic environments.
Ability to move frequently throughout therapeutic settings and respond to patient movement, including bending, kneeling, crouching, running, sprinting, reaching, and quick movements.
Ability to continuously visually track patients and surrounding items and circumstances.
Ability to occasionally evade aggressive behavior or physically block attempts to aggress toward others; responding may require bearing the weight of a patient who is leaning or pushing.
Ability to articulate and model speech clearly and listen to and shape patients’ vocal communication.
Ability to model gross and fine motor skills, such as climbing, jumping, clapping, and opening a container.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Responsibilities

Provide direct treatment to patients in one-to-one or group settings under the direction of a Clinical Supervisor.
Deliver treatment that meets CARD’s clinical quality standards.
Collect and record data on patient progress accurately.
Review and implement Clinical Supervisor feedback during each treatment session.
Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, families, and colleagues.
Provide a safe and supportive environment for patients, families, and colleagues.
Seek personal growth and training opportunities to support clinical excellence.
Maintain accurate and timely records.
Maintain compliance with HIPAA requirements.
Represent CARD professionally and ethically to internal and external stakeholders.
Follow CARD policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.