Autism Behavior Technician - In-Home & Community Support

Mercy Health Corporation; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Wisconsin is seeking an Autism Technician to provide behavioral services to patients in the autism program under supervision. You will participate in the treatment team, perform services per the treatment plan, and support Mercy Behavioral Health Services' mission.

Responsibilities include documenting observations in the medical record, attending meetings, and maintaining de-escalation training to handle challenging situations daily.

Qualifications

• Must complete 40 hours of specified orientation on autism and application of techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provides in-home and community behavioral services to patients with autism as directed in the treatment plan.
• Participates as a treatment team member by attending meetings, providing feedback about patient progress, and sharing impressions of patient status.
• Documents observations and care provided in the medical record.
• Observes patients and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment to the Program Supervisor and/or Qualified Supervising Provider
• Participates in department and unit performance improvement activities.
• Maintain current de-escalation training and utilize de-escalation techniques daily.

Skills

De-escalation techniques

Independent judgment

Communication skills

Education

Autism orientation

Job description

Mercyhealth in Wisconsin is seeking an Autism Technician to provide behavioral services to patients in the autism program under supervision. You will participate in the treatment team, perform services per the treatment plan, and support Mercy Behavioral Health Services' mission.

Responsibilities include documenting observations in the medical record, attending meetings, and maintaining de-escalation training to handle challenging situations daily.