Behavior Technician

CENTER FOR HUMAN SERVICES INC•Fulton, MO

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Human Services (CHS) has provided exceptional opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1955. Currently, CHS provides programs and services to assist individuals with disabilities, low income, at-risk children, and their families to meet their goals, and experience their best lives while living, working, playing, and becoming a part of their communities. As an organization, we are leaders in excellence, we have a steadfast commitment to solutions, we respect all differences, abilities, and similarities in our employees and clients, and we advocate autonomy! The Behavior Technician, under direct supervision, implements therapy to support individuals in service needing applied behavioral and related supports to improve their daily functioning and independence. This position utilizes ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) techniques such as positive reinforcement, shaping, prompt fading and task analysis to create individualized plans for clients, families, and teams to implement. Additionally, they are responsible for documenting daily notes and reporting to the BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) on updates in behavior as needed.

Requirements

18 years of age or older
At least 6 months experience in the developmental disabilities field, in a training/teacher role, or similar work related to behavioral supports or individual development
High School Diploma or equivalent
Able to pass a background check
BT-Credentialed through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) within the first 90 days of hire, to become an RBT
Must complete training as stated by CHS policy HRD-P-022 - Training
Must obtain Class E driver’s license within 30 days of starting
Must provide proof of personal valid vehicle insurance

Responsibilities

Completes the 40 hours of RBT training under the supervision of the BCBA upon hire.
Pass the RBT credentialing exam within the first 90 days of hire.
Provide one on one treatment to individuals in need of applied behavior analytic therapy in any and all locations deemed necessary to support the individual in services.
Implement and maintain feedback provided by the treating BCBA.
Implement goals under the supervision of a BCBA.
Provide adequate feedback regarding the progress of the client to the supervisor.
Develop professional relationships with caregivers, providing adequate feedback regarding client progress.
Facilitate teaching of communication, self-help skills, social skills, and many other targeted goals.
Keep and track accurate data collection according to the treatment plan over goal progress.
Adheres to the ethical standards of the BACB and Center for Human Services.
Observes confidentiality and HIPAA standards.