Behavioral Technician (High-Behaviors, Crisis)
About The Position
The Behavior Technician delivers person-centered behavioral support to individuals with varying degrees of intellectual and developmental disabilities and/or related conditions, mental health diagnoses, and complex medical needs. The role provides direct assistance, supervision, and behavioral management, while teaching home- and community-based community living skills. The Behavior Technician promotes community participation and integration to support individuals’ independence and freedom to pursue joy. This position is located in Lino Lakes, Minnesota, and is performed in person. Pay is $26.00–$28.00 per hour, depending on experience. Available work schedules are to be determined. Qualified candidates complete an initial interview followed by a second interview.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience working with individuals who exhibit high behaviors, including biting, hitting, and kicking.
- At least 5 years of experience responding to crisis situations and applying de-escalation and restraint techniques.
- At least 5 years of experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness and chronic medical conditions.
- At least 5 years of experience implementing Positive Support Strategies and/or behavior management techniques.
- Strong communication and documentation skills, including the ability to write grammatically correct narratives.
- Judgment and decision-making skills to handle crisis situations and day-to-day events.
- Demonstrable working knowledge of vulnerable adult laws, 245D statutes, and other pertinent state regulations applicable to HCBS.
- Ability to pass a background check through the Minnesota Department of Human Services.
- Valid driver’s license, a working vehicle, and a clean driving record.
- Good attendance and willingness to be adaptable.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with person-centered thinking and planning.
Responsibilities
- Provide person-centered behavioral support to individuals with IDD and/or related conditions, mental health diagnoses, and complex medical needs.
- Provide direct assistance, supervision, and behavioral management.
- Teach home- and community-based community living skills.
- Promote community participation and integration to increase individuals’ independence.
- Respond to crisis situations using de-escalation and restraint techniques.
- Implement Positive Support Strategies and behavior management techniques.
- Interpret behavioral trends and document narratives in grammatically correct sentences.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Professional growth and development in a positive and supportive work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
