Per Diem Behavior Technician

Part-time

Description

The Per Diem Behavior Technician will provide ABA therapy to children ages 2-12 who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental and language delays in a center setting. They will be expected to work a per diem or as needed schedule that can vary weekly.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct 1:1 therapy with clients

Follow the prescribed skill acquisition and behavior support plan

Collect and record data

Write therapy note for each session using an electronic medical records system

Communicate with parents and caregivers regarding the client’s progress as instructed by the child’s assigned Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)

Assist the BCBA in preparing and organizing client materials as instructed

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment

Maintain client safety and confidentiality

Maintain and acquire functional and technical knowledge by attending required trainings

Become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and follow the guidelines set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)

Contribute to a positive working environment

Requirements

Per Diem Behavior Technician Job Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree required (High School Diploma with RBT certification and experience can be used in lieu of 4 year degree)

RBT certification

At least 6 months of experience working in ABA as a behavior technician

CPR certification

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple tasks.

Detail oriented.

Ability to be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the team and clients.

Ability to act with integrity, professionalism.

Per Diem Behavior Technician Basic & Physical Requirements:

Must be able to lift and carry clients who are least 30 pounds

Must be willing and able to restrain/hold/transport and utilize quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Support Plan in the course of working with children with challenging behavior

Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures including kneeling, squatting, crouching, crawling, sitting, standing, bending, for extended periods of time.

Must be able to walk and run to chase clients and maintain a three-foot distance at all times

Must be able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods of time

Must be able to attend to basic needs such as feeding, diapering, toileting, and dressing

Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device functions for data collection and session documentation

Must have visual acuity to read and comprehend written communication though computer, electronic devices, and paper means.

Must be able to take written data and transfer to electronic files or data base systems

Must be able to maintain prolonged periods of working on a computer while sitting at a desk or on the floor

Must be able to assemble, clean and maintain therapy space including toys and furniture

Must be able to administer medication to clients

Job Type: Per Diem, Non-Exempt

Pay is competitive and based on candidate qualifications and experience.