BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS TECHNICIAN FT/32 HRS*/HOURLY**

Muskegon-County,-Mi; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Muskegon County is seeking a Behavioral Analysis Technician to deliver one-on-one behavioral services for children with autism and developmental disabilities. You will work under a BCBA/BCaBA, performing assessments and implementing behavior plans in community and family-home settings.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and reliable transportation. Preference shown for bilingual or lived-experience candidates; travel to various county sites is expected.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain Michigan Driver License within 30 days of employment.
• Must have reliable transportation to carry out job duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one behavioral intervention services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or developmental disabilities.
• Assist with behavioral assessment, treatment planning, and implementation of written behavior plans under BCBA/BCaBA supervision.
• Work in community settings and family homes as needed and travel between locations.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Driver's license

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Note: All shifts work between the hours of 11:00AM - 7:30PM

*Employees in this position will not work more than 32 hours per week.

**Employees in this position will not work more than 24 hours per week and are not benefit eligible.

A Behavioral Analysis Technician, under general supervision and working in a variety of Community Mental Health, local community, and family home settings, provides one on one services related to the delivery of comprehensive or focused behavioral intervention to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, neurological disorders, or other developmental disabilities. An employee in this class performs a variety of paraprofessional level work activities requiring a general working knowledge of the mental health field and behavior analysis. A Behavioral Analysis Technician will work under the direction of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) providing a number of services related to behavioral assessment, treatment planning, and implementation of written behavior plans. This employee also performs other related duties as assigned.

• 1. Be a high school graduate or have a certificate of completion of the General Education Development (GED) test.
• 2. Possess a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a Michigan Driver License within 30 days of employment.
• 3. Must have reliable transportation that may have to be used to carry out job duties of this classification.

Preferred but not Required

• 1. One (1) year experience working with young children or children/adults with developmental disabilities.
• 2. Bilingual candidates highly desired.
• 3. Lived experiences with mental illness/developmental disabilities/substance use disorders valued.
• 4. Individuals in Recovery and individuals with experience in Armed Services valued.

NOTE: The recruitment for this position utilizes assessment(s) in order to match candidate foundational competencies, personality, and job fit to those required for the position.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

A Behavioral Analysis Technician must be in good physical condition allowing for the lifting of objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds and for standing or walking extended periods of time. A Behavioral Analysis Technician must be able to lift and transfer consumers from wheelchair to other surfaces as needed. This employee must also be able to perform physical intervention techniques as trained and approved by the agency.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

An employee in this class generally works at various locations in the community and in family homes. Must be able to drive and travel to locations within and outside of the county.

EVALUATION CONTENT

Applicants for County employment may be subject to a post-offer criminal background check, depending on the nature and assignment of the position. When such check is conducted, an offer of employment is contingent upon the results of the criminal background check. Appointees must satisfactorily complete a probationary period before the appointment will be considered permanent.

APPLICANT REVIEW PROCEDURE

Any applicant is entitled to a review of any determination or action taken by the County regarding the applicant's employment application. Inquiries should be directed to the County Human Resources Department.

PURPOSE

The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list from which to fill present and future vacancies in this classification in the County system. For each opening, the Department Head has her/his choice of the candidates who meet the required minimum entrance qualifications. This list remains in effect for three months unless exhausted or extended.

MUSKEGON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MUSKEGON COUNTY HAS ADOPTED A VETERANS PREFERENCE POLICY THAT

RECOGNIZES QUALIFYING MILITARY SERVICE