Behavior Technician — Positive Behavior Support for Adults

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) – DDA seeks a Behavior Technician (Psychology Affiliate) to support adults with developmental disabilities in State Operated Community Residential (SOCR) programs, in homes and community settings.

You will collect and analyze behavioral data, perform functional assessments, develop or implement Positive Behavior Support Plans, and train staff and vendors to ensure plan fidelity.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, education, or related field with at least one year of relevant experience designing or implementing comprehensive behavioral therapies for individuals with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, social work, or related field with at least three years of relevant experience designing or implementing comprehensive behavioral therapies for individuals with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral support services to eligible DDA clients in the SOCR program, both in participant homes and the community.
• Collect and analyze behavioral data, conduct functional assessments, and develop or implement Positive Behavior Support Plans under clinical oversight when needed.
• Implement positive interventions and strategies to reduce challenging behaviors and promote pro-social, adaptive functioning.
• Support clients and staff during participant transitions into the SOCR program, between homes, or after crisis intervention, identifying and addressing barriers to success.
• Train and model behavior support strategies for SOCR staff and vocational vendor staff, ensuring consistent plan implementation.
• Collaborate with mental health experts and other professionals, represent DDA in meetings, and provide trainings on behavioral supports and interventions.
• Stay current on best practices in community-based care and participate in team meetings, trainings, conferences, and workshops.

Skills

Positive behavior support

Applied behavior analysis

Functional assessment

Intervention development

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Professional development

Education

Master’s degree in psychology/education or related field

Bachelor’s degree in psychology/education/social work or related field

Job description

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) – DDA seeks a Behavior Technician (Psychology Affiliate) to support adults with developmental disabilities in State Operated Community Residential (SOCR) programs, in homes and community settings.

You will collect and analyze behavioral data, perform functional assessments, develop or implement Positive Behavior Support Plans, and train staff and vendors to ensure plan fidelity.