ABA Behavior Technician - Growth in Pediatric Therapy

Gateway Pediatric Therapy, LLC; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Matching

PTO

Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage

Health Savings and Flexible Spending

Short and Long Term Disability

Company-paid life insurance

Tuition Reimbursement and discounts

EAP

Employee discounts

Job summary

Gateway Pediatric Therapy, LLC, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, provides home and clinic ABA therapy for children with autism and partners with families to tailor treatment plans. This role supports 1:1 and group sessions, organizes materials, and upholds professional communication with families and team members.

The organization offers a structured career path with advancement after 3 months to Lead or Senior Technician, an evening shift premium after 4pm, bonuses, comprehensive

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate expressively and receptively both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to sit in a child size chair or on the floor; switch from standing to sitting quickly; walk, jog, or run quickly in the event of client elopement.
• This position requires the following physical activities: bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Must be 18 years if age or older
• Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• Must have a valid Driver License and reliable vehicle

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain instructional area throughout the session and at the conclusion of the session
• Prepare and keep binder, stimuli, and needed materials accessible and organized
• Dress appropriately and arrive on time for work with ample time to prepare for session
• Complete all tasks assigned that are associated with the completion of a session
• Receive 1:1 and group supervision from supervisors through direct observation
• Attend team meetings and scheduled trainings
• Communicate self in a professional and positive manner with coworkers and parents
• Respond to all internal communication within 24 hours
• Practice universal precaution to protect against the transmission of communicable diseases
• Maintain appropriate level of communication with parents about all aspects of therapy
• Deliver instruction following procedures learned from initial and ongoing training sessions and based on feedback given from supervisory staff
• Collect, record, and analyze data accurately following Gateway Pediatric Therapy's procedures
• Respond to client's behavior following procedures learned from initial and ongoing training session and based on feedback given by supervisory staff
• Complete necessary training and demonstrate accurate implementation and reporting on client specific plans, such as behavior plans and client-specific emergency procedures as outlined within internal documentation and/or the IPOS/behavioral plan of care
• Perform and maintain certification in basic first aid procedures
• Complete and submit all progress notes by the completion of the scheduled therapy session
• Identify when interventions are needed for specific clients and programs and communicate in a timely manner to monitoring BCBA or supervisor
• Implement Crisis Prevention Institute procedures as required when presented with maladaptive or undesired behaviors
• Reports directly to the monitoring BCBA for client needs and implementation of programs. Reports directly to Clinical Managers for administrative needs or issues
• Maintain client privacy in accordance with all HIPAA regulations and with Gateway policies and procedures manual

Skills

Communication

Stamina

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Gateway Pediatric Therapy, LLC, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, provides home and clinic ABA therapy for children with autism and partners with families to tailor treatment plans. This role supports 1:1 and group sessions, organizes materials, and upholds professional communication with families and team members.

The organization offers a structured career path with advancement after 3 months to Lead or Senior Technician, an evening shift premium after 4pm, bonuses, comprehensive