Behavior Technician LAUNCH

University of Washington•Tacoma, WA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The UW AUTISM Center (UWAC) has an outstanding opportunity for a Behavior Technician to join their team. The UW Autism Center (UWAC) is within the Institute on Human Development and Disability in UW Pediatrics and is devoted to supporting families affected by autism spectrum disorders through exceptional clinical services, innovative scientific research and high-quality training. Position Purpose This Behavior Technician (Research Study Coordinator 1 (NE S SEIU 925 Non Supv)) is part of a multidisciplinary team that includes psychologists, speech-language pathologists, board-certified behavior analysts (BCBAs), medical professionals, faculty, and trainees. The Behavior Technician provides clinical services to children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), implementing evidence-based interventions grounded in applied behavior analysis under BCBA supervision. Primary responsibilities include delivering direct interventions to children ages 12 months to 6 years in a clinic setting, accurately recording intervention data, maintaining records, and creating individualized therapy materials.

Requirements

Two years of college level course work in a relevant academic area AND two years of experience performing work in support of clinical, biomedical, or behavioral research studies involving human subject
Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.
Employees must have 40-hour training according to the BACB Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Task List.
Upon hire employees will be expected to pass a competency assessment and must be willing to complete Washington State requirements to work as a Certified Behavior Technician (CBT) through the WA State Department of Health.
Employees MUST be available during ABA Day Program hours – 8:30-11:30 and 1:30-4:30 Tuesday- Friday.
Schedule can be up to 40 hours – ( Tuesday-Fridays 8:00-6:30) but is negotiable based on clinic need and applicant availability.
Hours may be subject to change based on client need or schedule

Nice To Haves

Certified Behavior Technician (CBT) credential in the state of Washington through the DOH.
Bachelor’s degree in related field (psychology, education, human/child development).
Training and experience with early intensive behavioral intervention for children with autism, early intervention for toddlers, developmental psychology, applied behavior analysis, special education, or related fields
Experience working directly with children and families with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Willingness to commit to this position for 12 months to help ensure continuity for clients.

Responsibilities

PROVIDE INTERVENTION Work 1:1 with children age 12 months through 6 years of age and their parents
Implement intervention protocols developed by BCBA to increase skills/reduce problem behaviors.
Provide responsible, positive, sensitive intervention and care during therapy.
Apply ABA principles in therapy; tailor procedures to fit individual interests/needs.
Work under close supervision of master's level BCBA.
Assist in completion of curriculum assessments, as necessary.
DEVELOP MATERIALS Create and produce picture cards, books, and other visual supports as needed for the therapy program.
Create and produce motivation charts, token boards, PECS icons, visual schedules, play materials, etc.
ORGANIZING/MAINTAINING THERAPY SPACE Maintain clinic therapy spaces in an organized, clean, and child-proof manner.
Follow sanitizing and cleaning procedures.
Follow COVID-19 precaution procedures and protocols.
Set up therapeutic materials prior to start of program and clean up at end of program
Comply with snack , diapers , and toileting procedures to ensure hygiene and safety with clients.
MANAGING RECORDS AND DATA COLLECTION Organize and maintain computer and paper records of therapy including collecting and accurately recording data in each therapy session, graphing data, and completing treatment notes.