Behavior Technician

Davita Inc.; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in behavioral healthcare services seeks an individual to provide direct Applied Behavior Analysis services to clients. The role includes implementing treatment plans and requires obtaining RBT certification within the first six months of hiring. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in psychology or education and a passion for helping children with autism.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor's preferred.
• Must complete 40-hour RBT training and pass exam.
• Experience with children with autism is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 direct client therapy using ABA principles.
• Collect and record data on client behavior.
• Communicate with parents regarding child's performance.

Skills

Ambition

Self-motivation

Collaboration

Time management

Verbal communication

Understanding of medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Provide 1-1 Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to clients, as designed and supervised by BCBA. This includes implementing treatment plans, prompt data collection, and progress monitoring.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• High School Diploma
• Must complete 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training, RBT competency assessment, and successfully pass RBT exam within 6 months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, or related field
• RBT credential or BCaBA credential

EXPERIENCE:

• One year providing treatment to young children with autism

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Provide 1:1 direct client therapy using principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.
2. Follow behavioral skills acquisition and behavior reduction protocols developed by certified staff.
3. Implement toilet training protocols.
4. Collect and record data on observable client behavior.
5. Communicate with parents and caregivers regarding child's daily performance as directed by BCBA.
6. Maintain client confidentiality according to HIPAA laws.
7. Create therapeutic materials.
8. Maintain a clean and safe work space.
9. Collaborate with a treatment team.
10. Commit to ongoing training and development, such as RBT certification.
11. Interpret written clinical protocols.
12. Share in the responsibility for daily cleaning and maintenance of client workspace and clinic as a whole.
13. Pass training competencies tailored to the specific needs of assigned clients, including methods like role play, verbal communication, coaching, and feedback.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to be on feet/walking extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull 40 pounds.
• Ability to get up and down from the floor or small chairs while instructing or playing with small children.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed in a clinical outpatient environment.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must be ambitious and self-motivated.
• Must like and be comfortable with change.
• Must be comfortable collaborating with attending physicians.
• Must be well organized.
• Must possess efficient time management skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of medical terminology.
• Ability to respond quickly to varying demands from provider and patient.
• Must be able to work well as part of a team.
• Maintain professional boundaries.
• Have basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and related skills.

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 8

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Company: WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals

Cost Center: 8203 WVUH CH Pediatrics Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy

Address: 201 Bakers Ridge Rd, Morgantown, West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.