Behavior Technician (BT) – Entry Level

AbleLight; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

AbleLight in St. Louis, Missouri is looking for an entry-level Behavioral Technician. You will work under the supervision of a Clinical Supervisor to implement treatment plans aimed at reducing problematic behavior and improving daily living skills.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, some understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis, and the ability to obtain certification as a Registered Behavior Technician within 45 days of hire. This position offers collaborative work to enhance the wellbeing of individuals with developmental disorders.

Qualifications

• Some understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Ability to obtain Registered Behavior Technician certification within 45 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans to reduce problematic behavior.
• Collect and analyze behavioral data using Central Reach software.
• Provide updates to parents or caretakers regarding client progress.

Skills

Detailed attention to communication skills

Ability to implement treatment plans

Data collection and analysis

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Central Reach software

Job description

This position is designed as an entry level role. Under the close supervision by a Clinical Supervisor, BCBA, the BT will implement behavioral reduction or treatment plans for individuals with behavioral-based developmental disorders.

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Responsibilities

• Working under the supervision of a Clinical Supervisor, BCBA, implements treatment plans meant to reduce problematic behavior or improve daily living skills.
• Collects and analyzes behavioral data using Central Reach software.
• Maintains client confidentiality and client dignity.
• Provides updates to parents or other caretakers regarding client progress or ongoing treatments, as instructed by the Clinical Supervisor.
• Ensures that all treatments provided follow established behavior reduction and behavior skills protocols.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.
• Detailed oriented and proficient oral and written communication skills.

The above reflects the general details necessary to describe the principle and essential functions of the position and shall not be construed as the only duties that may be assigned for the position.

Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities for Success in the Role

Knowledge: Theoretical or practical understanding of a subject acquired and increases through on the job training.

Skills: The proficiencies developed through training, practice, or experience.

Abilities: The level and quality of being able to do something improved with training and experience.

Our Values – The “Way” We Work

• Mission First We exist to serve the developmental disabilities community.
• Excellence Always We strive for excellence in all we do.
• Team Together We are ONE team, all together, for our mission.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma
• Experience: Some understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Lic or Cert Ability: to obtain Registered Behavior Technician certification within 45 days of hire.