ABA Technician - Thrive Wrap Around - Part Time - Greenfield, MA or Pittsfield, MA

Behavioral Health Network, Inc (BHN); Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization is seeking an ABA Technician for part-time work in Greenfield or Pittsfield, MA. The role focuses on delivering high-quality community support services to individuals with autism and serious mental health challenges. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s Degree and experience in the field, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to working with diverse clients.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and mental illness.
• Mobility and training in MAP or willingness to be trained.
• Clean driving record and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to participants, teaching skills and supporting goals.
• Implement behavior plans and document interactions.
• Collaborate in team meetings to support individual progress.

Skills

Communication

Coping Skills

Self-Advocacy

Job Readiness

Behavior Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

ABA Technician - Thrive Wrap Around - Part Time - Greenfield, MA or Pittsfield, MA

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Job Summary

The Community Coach for Thrive Intensive Community Wrap Around Supports Program provides high-quality services to individuals served by BHN. These services are part of a plan designed by the Thrive clinical team. This position is based in Northampton, MA, with travel required within the greater Pioneer Valley.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides 1:1 direct services to enrolled individuals to teach coping skills, self-advocacy, job readiness skills, and public safety.
• Assists individuals in developing social, community, and independent living skills, including personal hygiene, home maintenance, and activities of daily living.
• Implements behavior plans developed by the supervising behavioral professional (Positive Behavior Supports Clinician).
• Models the implementation of strategies for parents/caregivers.
• Monitors plan implementation and reports progress to the team.
• Coordinates with other service providers regarding the individual’s progress.
• Participates in team meetings and collaborates to support service goals.
• Documents daily interactions and contacts with other providers, focusing on specific goal areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and at least five (5) years of experience working with individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and serious mental illness (SMI).
• Must be mobile, trained in MAP or willing to be trained to administer medications.
• Knowledge of behavior analysis, behavior planning, and implementation of behavior plans is preferred. Willing to train as a Registered Behavior Technician.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable vehicle required.
• Must be over 21 years old.
• Ability to work with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Information

This is a mid-senior level, full-time position in the mental health care industry, with no supervisory responsibilities.