Behavior Technician

Spectrum Pride LLC•Ventura, CA

10d•$22 - $27

About The Position

Spectrum Pride is an ABA provider serving the Central Valley. The Behavior Technician (ABA Therapist) provides clinical skills instruction and behavior-reduction protocols, based on Applied Behavior Analysis, to children with autism and related developmental disabilities in home settings. The role uses intensive teaching and natural environment training, follows individualized protocols, collects and summarizes behavioral data, and supports parent and caregiver training under the direction of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. The position involves collaboration with clients, families, outside professionals, and coworkers, while maintaining confidentiality and a clean, safe, organized therapy environment. The role is subject to change and the listed duties are not exhaustive.

Requirements

At least 18 years old.
High school diploma.
Reliable transportation, a valid California driver’s license, and insurance in good standing; must be willing and able to travel between job sites.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and lift and carry clients with adaptive equipment; the requirements section also specifies lifting or carrying toys and materials weighing 25–50 pounds.
Ability to assume and maintain postures such as kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, and standing for extended periods, including sitting on the floor or standing for extended periods.
Willingness and ability to restrain, hold, or transport clients and use quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Intervention Plan.
Manual dexterity to use computers and electronic devices for data collection.
Ability to be physically present at assigned job locations, which may include homes and community placements.
Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and read and comprehend written communication on computers, electronic devices, and paper.
Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop relevant knowledge and skills.
Effective time management and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, coworkers, supervisors, and community members.
Ability to follow organizational policies and procedures and the Behavior Analyst Certification Board code of ethics.
Commitment to client confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA.
Commitment to ongoing training and development in clinical skills, professional development, ethics, and technology.
Ability to interpret and implement clinical protocols.
Maintain a professional appearance with regard to clothing, grooming, hair, and makeup.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children ages 0–5 in a classroom or one-to-one setting.
Experience implementing Applied Behavior Analysis principles.
Educational, speech, or health services experience.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Psychology, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, Speech and Hearing Services, or a related field.
Experience training behavior technicians.

Responsibilities

Provide direct client care using intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
Follow prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior-reduction protocols.
Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
Assist with parent and caregiver training in line with individualized treatment and behavior-reduction protocols.
Communicate with parents and caregivers about client progress as instructed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
Maintain client confidentiality.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.
Collaborate with the treatment team, including clients, parents and caregivers, outside professionals, and coworkers.
Attend required training to maintain and acquire technical knowledge.
Complete and maintain required certifications and trainings after employment, including CPR, fingerprinting and background checks, RBT training, and company in-services as directed by the employment supervisor.