Behavior Technician

RiverValley Consulting Services; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

PTO & holidays

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement & CEUs

Clinical supervision

Wellness programs

Mileage reimbursement

PSLF eligible

Job summary

RiverValley Consulting Services in Wilmington, NC is seeking a part-time Behavior Technician to provide 1:1 or small group ABA-based instruction for children with autism.

The role uses ABA methods (DTT, NET, chaining) and requires data collection, assessments, and collaboration with families under supervision. Training toward RBT certification is provided, with supervision and ongoing CEUs.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, PTO, a 9-holiday schedule, and PSLF-eligible employer.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Willingness to pursue RBT certification within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Collects accurate data for programs using multiple measurement methods.
• Assists with functional and individual assessment procedures.
• Conducts preference assessments independently.
• Implements ABA-based teaching procedures such as DTT and chaining.
• Communicates effectively with supervisors, families, and clients.
• Completes training and attends weekly meetings.

Skills

Data collection

ABA terminology

Observation & assessment

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

iPad data entry

Job description

Position Title:Behavior Technician

Location: Wilmington, NC 28403

Description

The Behavior Technician provides 1:1 or small group instruction utilizing the principals of Applied Behavior Analysis based upon an individualized intervention plan designed by the Behavior Analyst for children diagnosed with autism or other related developmental disabilities. The Registered Behavior Technician is a person who has completed the course and passed the test as an RBT through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, and maintains this credential annually with supervision and re-certification to meet the requirements of the national Board. The RBT-in-Training is a person hired without the certification, who must obtain the RBT certification within 6 months of hire date. If the ABA Line Therapist does not complete and pass the RBT certification within 6 months, the person cannot continue in the position.

We offer:

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, Telehealth)
• Paid time off + 9 holidays
• Retirement plan options
• Tuition reimbursement + free CEUs
• Clinical supervision
• Wellness & employee assistance programs
• Mileage reimbursement for work related travel
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - eligible employer

Essential Functions:

• Collects accurate data for programs including continuous measurement, discontinuous measurement, and permanent product measures.
• Assists with functional assessment procedures and individual assessment procedures, as needed.
• Conducts accurate preference assessments without assistance.
• Identifies all essential components of a written skill acquisition program, prepares it correctly and implements it accordingly.
• Applies ABA principles and procedures based on industry standard including but not limited to DTT, NET, and chaining using task analysis.
• Implements ABA-based teaching procedures based on industry standard such as shaping, prompt fading, error-correction, and errorless teaching.
• Generalizes and maintains client skills by including use of varied materials and settings as well as conducting maintenance checks, as recommended by the supervising BCBA.
• Assist with parent trainings, as required.
• Identifies all essential components of a written BIP and implements accordingly, including crisis or emergency procedures.
• Identifies main functions of behavior and implements behavior reduction strategies like extinction, differential reinforcement, and modifying antecedent conditions, with support of supervising BCBA.
• Professionally communicates with supervisors, coworkers, families, and clients.
• Accepts supervisor feedback by implementing suggestions immediately after feedback is received in order to improve performance, and then maintains performance standard.
• Completes and maintains all necessary training. Attends all weekly meetings as designated by the Behavior Analyst.
• Engages respectfully with coworkers, clients and families, including maintaining client dignity and confidentiality.
• Completes other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED
• No experience required, but experience working with individuals with a developmental disability such as autism spectrum disorders is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Behavior Technician will complete classes for certification as a Registered Behavior Technician within work time, complete and pass testing in the first six months of work. Once the RBT is earned, the person will change to the RBT position with its job description and wage changes. Supervisors will direct training, including the order of completing each RBT course, integrated with assigned observation and experience during the training period.
• Ability to understand the objectives for each child according to the program objectives and individualized behavior intervention plans.
• Comprehends and utilizes basic ABA terminology following training.
• Ability to apply the interventions learned on the topics and material covered in the RBT training and certification program.
• Must have fine motor skills to perform writing and iPad/computer data entry duties.
• Emotional stability to handle stressful situations.
• Sufficient hearing and vision to perform essential functions.

Position Type: Part Time

Travel Percentage: None

Education Level:High School/GED

Job Shift: Day

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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