Behavior Technician - Home-Based CT

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

Job summary

STAR ABA LLC in Montville, CT is looking for a Behavioral Technician to provide clinical skills instruction for children with Autism and related disabilities. As a technician, you'll implement behavior reduction protocols and track progress under the supervision of a behavior analyst.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in a human services field and have direct experience in behavior management. This is a per diem position with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or an associate’s degree with relevant experience.
• Experience working with youth and families with behavioral needs.
• Registered Behavior Technician certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement intervention strategies using direct therapy.
• Record and track data from training sessions.
• Provide direct client care in 1:1 and group settings.

Skills

Strong organization

Communication skills

Behavior management techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field

Associate’s degree (60 college credits)

Job description

Job Details

Location: Uncasville, CT
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.

The principles of behavior analysis are to treat patients who have difficulties with socially significant behaviors. These may include social skills, reading, communication, personal self-care and work skills.

Essential Job Functions / Responsibilities

• Plan and implement intervention strategies using direct therapy, monitoring and consultation under the supervision of a BCBA.
• Teach targeted behaviors using specialized techniques that may include reward systems, incidental teaching and pivotal response training.
• Record and track data from training sessions.
• Reinforce positive behavior with children on caseload.
• Communicate effectively (orally and in writing) with administrators, parents and community members.
• Provide accurate documentation of intervention, goals and objectives.
• Facilitate transition among agencies, programs, and professionals as service provision changes (early intervention to pre‑school, pre‑school to school etc.).
• Identify emergency situations and determine appropriate action to ensure child safety.
• Provide direct client care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
• Follow the prescribed behavior skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.
• Collect, record and summarize data on observable client behavior.
• Assist with parent and caregiver training in line with client’s individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols.
• Effectively communicate with parents and caregivers regarding client progress as instructed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Company Expectations for Employees

• 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.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking questions when clarification is needed.
• Plan and organize work effectively and ensure its completion.
• Show reliability by arriving to work on time and taking breaks in the expected time frames.
• Meet all productivity requirements.
• Demonstrate team behavior and promote a team‑oriented environment.
• Represent the organization professionally at all times.

Additional Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Hearing and speaking ability is required to communicate on the telephone.
• Vision is necessary for entering data.
• Reaching required for paper management.
• Manual dexterity required for operating the computer, photocopier and telephone.
• Mobility required for accessing the 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.

Psycho‑logical Requirements

• Ability to recognize tasks to be done and perform them independently.
• 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.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment under time constraints.

Intellectual Requirements

• 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.
• Ability to operate all aspects of the computer, photocopier and telephone.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions provided by the supervisor, both in written and oral formats.
• 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.
• Or
• 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.