Behavior Technician - Home-Based

STAR ABA LLC; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

STAR ABA LLC in Bridgeport, CT seeks a Behavioral Technician focused on providing clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction for children with Autism. Responsibilities include implementing strategies, data collection, and parent training under the supervision of a BCBA.

The ideal candidate must have a degree in a human services field and experience working with youth requiring behavior management. The position is offered on a per diem basis with a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or at least 60 college credits with additional experience.
• 1+ year of experience with youth and families with mental health needs.
• Registered Behavior Technician certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement intervention strategies using direct therapy under supervision.
• Teach targeted behaviors through specialized techniques.
• Collect and track data from training sessions.

Skills

Strong organization

Communication skills

Behavior management techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field

Associate’s degree (60 college credits)

Tools

Data collection tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bridgeport, CT 06604

Position Type: Per Diem

Salary Range: $20.00 - $28.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Description Summary

The Behavioral Technician will provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Clients include children with Autism and related developmental disabilities in the home, community, clinic, and school settings. The Behavioral Technician will collect data on programs and assist with parent training. The Behavior Technician works under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst.

Essential Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Plans and implements intervention strategies using direct therapy, monitoring and consultation under the supervision of a BCBA.
• Teaches targeted behaviors using specialized techniques that may include reward systems, incidental teaching and pivotal response training.
• Records and tracks data from training sessions.
• Reinforces positive behavior with children on caseload.
• Communicates effectively (orally and in writing) with administrators, parents and community members.
• Provides accurate documentation of intervention, goals and objectives.
• Facilitates transition among agencies, programs, and professionals as service provision changes (early intervention to pre-school, pre-school to school etc.).
• Identifies emergency situations and determines appropriate action to ensure child safety.
• Provides direct client care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
• Follows the prescribed behavior skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.
• Collects, records, and summarizes data on observable client behavior.
• Assists with parent and caregiver training in line with client’s individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols.
• Effectively communicates with parents and caregivers regarding client progress as instructed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
• Will perform other duties as assigned.

General Employee Expectations

• Exercise necessary cost control measures.
• Strive to provide and maintain positive external and internal customer service and promote a culture of excellence in customer service.
• Must demonstrate effective communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking questions when clarification is needed.
• Must be able to be depended upon to plan and organize work effectively and ensures its completion.
• Must be able to demonstrate reliability by arriving to work on time and taking breaks in the expected time frames.
• Will be expected to meet all productivity requirements.
• Must be able to demonstrate team behavior and must be willing to promote a team–oriented environment.
• Will be expected to represent the organization professionally at all times.

Physical Requirements

• Hearing and speaking ability is required to communicate on the telephone.
• Vision is necessary for entering data.
• Reaching is required for paper management.
• Manual dexterity is required for operating the computer, photocopier and telephone.
• Mobility is required for going to photocopier, fax machine, etc.
• Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to function independently and have personal integrity.
• Requires flexibility of hours.

Psychological Requirements

• An ability to recognize tasks to be done and perform them independently.
• An ability to establish a responsible and trustworthy rapport with staff by being punctual and providing proper notification and advance notice for absence and tardiness.
• Following through on tasks as assigned.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing work schedules.
• An ability to work in a fast-paced environment under time constraints.

Intellectual Requirements

• An ability to learn all Constellation Kids policies and procedures.
• Judgment skills in processing telephone calls.
• Organizational skills necessary to establish priority of tasks and meet deadlines.
• An ability to operate all aspects of the computer, photocopier and telephone.
• An ability to understand and follow instructions provided by the supervisor both in written and oral formats.
• An ability to read, write and type.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in a human services field from an accredited university AND one year of direct relevant experience working with youth and families who require behavior management to address mental health needs.
• An associate’s degree (60 college credits) AND a minimum of two years of direct relevant experience working with youth and families who require behavior management to address mental health needs.
• Strong organization and communication skills are required.
• Registered Behavior Technician certification is a plus.