ABA Technician Residential Per Diem

Eaccares; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 24,851 - 37,291; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision & life insurance

403(b) retirement match contribution

Generous PTO

Tuition assistance & loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Eaccares is seeking an ABA Technician in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to implement treatment plans and assess patient care needs under the guidance of a Certified ABA Specialist. Ideal candidates will have strong customer service skills, experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. This part-time position offers a supportive environment focused on the healing process and includes benefits like medical insurance and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• On-the-job training related to ABA program principles.
• Understanding of current therapy principles.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient care needs and implement treatment plans.
• Maintain positive relationships with patients and families.
• Function as a member of the treatment team.

Skills

Excellent customer service

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Empathy

Ability to manage stressful situations

Education

Registered Behavioral Technician Certification

Board Certified Assistant Behavioral Analyst (BCABA)

Graduate education in Psychology or Social Work

Job description

## ABA TechnicianApplylocations: Grand Rapids, MItime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition id: JR104718**Cost Center**907 Residential Administration**Scheduled Weekly Hours**0**Work Shift**Second Shift (United States of America)**Shift & Status****Who Are We?**We at Pine Rest believe in the power of healing and that everyone in our community has the right to expert care for mental health and substance use disorders. We are much more than just the third largest non-profit behavioral health system in the country, our 220-acre main campus, and our network of clinical sites across Michigan. We are a tight-knit community of healers who witness the impact of our life-changing work each day.Each day, we are closing the gaps in access to care. We are innovating through leading-edge research, testing, programs, and treatment modalities that others replicate across the country. Our services include a state-of-the-art psychiatric urgent care center and a soon-to-be-built pediatric behavioral health center, outpatient, inpatient, partial hospitalization (day programs), assessment and testing, residential, addiction treatment and specialty services such as crisis response, employee assistance programs, forensic psychiatry and psychology, and neuromodulation. On-the-job educational programs for nurses, psychologists, advanced practice providers, psychiatrists, and chaplains are equipping the next generation of care providers.We are passionate about serving and are honored to be a part of this incredible work.**What Will You Do?**As an ABA Technician at Pine Rest, you’ll be part of tight-knit team that believes in the healing power of your expertise and compassion. This position will assess patient care needs, implement treatment plans in collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, continually reassess treatment plan according to patient care needs, and will implement behavior change procedures under the guidance of the Certified ABA Specialist. The ABA Technician must demonstrate excellent customer service, be able to manage stressful situations, be able to work with others, have great organizational skills and ability to provide support and empathy as needed to children, adults, and families. The ABA Technician must be responsible, reliable, able to work independently, have exceptional problem-solving skills. Our ABA Technicians are driven to make an impact in the lives of those we serve and are motivated by the healing they witness first-hand each day. They are dedicated to excellent customer service, enthusiastic about the care we offer, and foster a sense of belonging and empowerment in a diverse workplace.**Principal Duties and Responsibilities:*** Establish a positive working relationship with patients, parents and all other family members.* Maintain a positive relationship with assigned patients and their families.* Technicians must function as a member of the treatment team.* Understands the principles of behaviorally based programming and design.* Sustain a working knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) through training and educational opportunities available within Pine Rest or individually.* Utilize processes in place for measuring patient behaviors.* Apply ABA processes for behavior modification.**What Does This Role Require?***Education/Experience:** Registered Behavioral Technician Certification preferred* Board Certified Assistant Behavioral Analyst (BCABA) certification preferred.* Knowledge through education or experience of Autism Spectrum Disorder.* Understanding of the current therapy principles in area of expertise.* On the job training or formal education in the application of ABA program principles.* Graduate education in Psychology, Social Work or other areas related to Mental or Physical Health are desired but not required.**What Benefits Do We Offer?*** Medical, dental, vision & life insurance plans* 403(b) retirement match contribution by Pine Rest* Generous PTO for full and part time employees* Tuition assistance & loan forgiveness* Employee Assistance Program offering many free and discounted services for therapy, legal, accounting, gym membership, etc.* Partnership with Davenport University provides generous discount on tuition for employees and family members.**Notice:**Pine Rest provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.All new employees are subject to a criminal background check and education verification which may include sending a copy of your high school diploma, GED, or college transcripts.Successful completion of a drug screen prior to employment is also part of our background process.The equivalent base pay range for this position is $18.04 - $27.07. Your interview and offer letter will specify whether the role is hourly or salaried. Please note that this range does not include potential shift differentials, incentives, or bonuses, which may be part of the total compensation package. Final base pay will be determined based on location, experience, education, certifications, and FTE status.