Behavior Technician

Teach Acquire Thrive LLC

Behavior Technician

Vacaville, CA
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits/Perks

    Careers Advancement Opportunities

    Flexible Scheduling

    Competitive Compensation

    401(k)

    Position Summary

    Position will be responsible for implementing and collecting data on individualized applied behavior analysis programs for assigned clients. The incumbent works with individuals and groups to promote optimum treatment outcomes through the acquisition of socially significant adaptive behaviors and reduction in maladaptive behaviors.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

    Implement behavior modification programs

    Attend and participate in treatment/behavior management team meetings with staff

    Ability to collect data as assigned by supervisor

    Ability to utilize online data collection and scheduling software (i.e. AlohaABA and Motivity).

    Ability to effectively communicate with clients verbally and in written correspondence

    Understands and works with the various support systems available in the community

    Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to handle emotionally charged situations

    Ability to train others to apply effective behavior management techniques

    Communicate critical information about clients to supervisors

    Maintain confidentiality of records relating to client's treatment

    Record client progress through data collection measures and summary sheets according to measurable goals described in treatment and care plan.

    Prepare and maintain all required treatment materials, records, data sheets, and stimuli

    Attend weekly/monthly staff meetings

    Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

    A minimum of high school diploma but Bachelor's degree in psychology, counseling, occupational therapy, human services, speech and language, or closely related field preferred

    Driver’s license and reliable means of transportation

    Ability to understand the characteristics of a wide range of intellectual disabilities

    Personal and professional experience with mindfulness or meditation work preferred

    Applicant must be able to be a team player and take feedback and implement

    BLS and CPR Certified (Preferred but not required)

    RBT or BCAT Certified (Preferred but not required)

    CPI or NCI trained (Preferred but not required)

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

    Appropriate behavioral intervention strategies

    Learning theories and instructional methods

    Ethics, laws, and regulations of acceptable behavior interventions

    Developmental processes of children, adolescents, and adults

    Interpersonal skills needed to manage crisis situations

    Technology, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

    Correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling

    Assess situations and make proper judgments

    Understand behavioral situations and react accordingly in an ethical manner

    Objectively analyze crisis situations

    Respond quickly to emergencies

    Communicate effectively and make recommendations to various agency staff and outside professionals, groups, or individuals

    Perform general clerical duties including maintaining accurate client records and preparing clear and concise reports

    Ability to stay organized

    Use a computer and behavioral software to prepare documents and maintain client records

    Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines

    Maintain and protect the well-being of all clients during treatment sessions and when emergency crisis situations arise

    Maintains a professional demeanor with clients, parents, and other professionals in the field.

    Provides information by answering questions and requests.

    Provides in-home, community, and school educational and behavioral support.

    Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

    Maintains client records and confidentiality according to the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act and other privacy laws.

    Check emails and scheduling software daily

    Maintains certificates and licenses.

    Language Ability:

    Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of an organization.

    Math Ability:

    Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.

    Reasoning Ability:

    Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

    Physical Demands and Work Environment

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Work involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. The use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of force greater than that for Sedentary Work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

    Note

    This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

    Ability to commute/relocate:

    Vacaville, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Other areas of service: Napa, Fairfield, Vallejo, CA

    Work Location: In person