ABA Behavior Technician

$31,200 - $31,200/Yr

Chitter Chatter - Dearborn, MI

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Dearborn, MI

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Behavior Technician plays a crucial role in implementing individualized treatment plans aimed at skill acquisition and behavior reduction for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This position involves direct interaction with clients, data collection, and collaboration with supervisory staff to ensure effective interventions. The Behavior Technician is expected to receive extensive training and complete the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification within the first six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Receives extensive training to implement behavior analytic intervention
• Completes the RBT Certification within 6 months of beginning employment
• Provides 1:1 psychoeducational services to children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Implements individualized treatment plans as designed by the supervisory team
• Responds to a variety of problem behavior as outlined in the behavior intervention plan
• Collects data regarding current performance of target skills and problem behavior
• Collaborates with supervisory staff to ensure optimal outcomes during intervention
• Coordinates with administration staff as needed
• Documents services using industry best practice standards
• Travels between home and clinic settings
• Completes progress note and tracker for client
• Understands and references employee handbook to follow company policies and procedures
• Adheres to the guidance and discretion of organizational leadership
• Other relevant duties and center support tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and valid automobile insurance
• Completion of Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, or willingness to complete all required coursework and examination within the first 6 months of job offer
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• At least 18 years of age
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Must be available to work evening hours (at least three evenings weekly)
• Some experience with children, individuals with developmental disabilities, direct support, education, or a related field preferred
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; sit in a child size chair or on the floor and quickly switch from sitting to standing; walk, jog, or run quickly
• CPR/First Aid Certification

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with children, individuals with developmental disabilities, direct support, education, or a related field preferred

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance