Autism Technician, Autism Services

Mercyhealth; Williams Bay, Mapleton (WI, ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking healthcare provider focused on delivering exceptional autism services. In this rewarding role, you will provide vital in-home and community behavioral support to patients aged 5-22, helping them achieve personal goals through individualized therapy. With a commitment to employee growth and a culture of excellence, this organization fosters a collaborative environment where your contributions truly matter. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Competitive Compensation

Paid Time Off

Career Advancement

Employee Wellbeing

Additional Benefits

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; experience preferred.
• Must complete 40 hours of orientation on autism techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provides in-home and community behavioral services to patients with autism.
• Documents patient observations and participates in treatment team meetings.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

• Williams Bay, Wisconsin
• Pool or PRN Schedule working on an as-needed basis
• Day Shift Schedule
• The Mercyhealth Autism Services team is dedicated to supporting patients ages 5–22 through individualized, one-on-one therapy. Our team works closely with patients to build essential skills, achieve personal goals, and foster growth through play-based interventions and engaging activities.

Experience a rewarding and fulfilling career with Mercyhealth. Mercyhealth is committed to offering our partners a best place to work. Our unique workplace Culture of Excellence is built upon:

• Employee engagement, empowerment and growth
• Teamwork toward our common goal – providing exceptional health care services with a passion for making lives better
• An atmosphere of caring and quality that cascades throughout the organization

The Autism Tech, under the supervision of the Program Supervisor and/or Qualified Supervising Provider, provides behavioral services to patients in the autism program. Participates on the treatment team and carries out services as described on the treatment plan. This role includes the following duties and actively supports the mission statement of Mercy Behavioral Health Services. May include weekends, holidays, day, evening, night, and/or on-call hours.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and 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.
• Maintains current de-escalation training and utilizes de-escalation techniques on a daily basis.

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations: Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals. Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; meets commitments; abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; thinks system-wide regarding processes and functions. Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; gives and welcomes feedback; generates suggestions for improving work; embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals. Cost - Conserves organization resources; understands fiscal responsibility; works within approved budget; develops and implements cost-saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

High School graduate or equivalent. Experience preferred. Must complete 40 hours of specified orientation on autism and application of techniques.

Certification and Licensure

Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days. Managing Threatening Confrontations Certified (on-the-job training) within 90 days. For those driving Mercyhealth vehicles: Maintain a valid driver's license. Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy. For those driving their personal vehicles: Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested. Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.

Skills and Abilities

Basic computer skills are required.

Special Physical Demands

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk; use hands to handle, finger and feel; reach; talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee must exert 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently and 25 to 50 pounds of force occasionally. Specific vision abilities required by this job include frequent close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. Occasional ability to focus is required. The employee will need to maintain current de-escalation training and utilize de-escalation techniques on a daily basis.

Level of Supervision

Requires a high level of independent judgment.

Supervises

N/A

Benefits

Mercyhealth offers a generous total rewards package to eligible employees including, but not limited to:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Mercyhealth offers a retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety of other discounted voluntary benefit options.
• Competitive Compensation: Mercyhealth offers market competitive rates of pay and participates in various shift differential and special pay incentive programs.
• Paid Time Off: Mercyhealth offers a generous paid time off plan, which increases with milestone anniversaries, to allow employees the opportunity for a great work-life balance.
• Career Advancement: Mercyhealth offers a number of educational assistance programs and career ladders to support employees in their educational journey and advancement within Mercyhealth.
• Employee Wellbeing: Mercyhealth has a focus on wellbeing for employees across the organization and offers a number of tools and resources, such as an employer-sponsored health risk assessment and a Wellbeing mobile application, to assist employees on their wellbeing journey.
• Additional Benefits: Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.