Behavior Technician - Working with kids - PART TIME/ENTRY LEVEL

About Behavior Consulting Inc; California; On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

About Behavior Consulting, Inc. (ABC, Inc.) is an agency that works with families that directly works with children aged 3–17, applying the science of Applied Behavior Analysis in the home.

The behavior interventionist operates under supervision and participates in training sessions conducted at the office in Orange. Entry level role ideal for college students seeking psychology experience; drivers license required; bilingual (Spanish) preferred; training in ABA and data collection provided;

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associates degree (in progress) in a behavioral health or related field.
• Driver's License.
• FBI/DOJ clearance through Live Scan.
• Must be available to work 2pm-8pm and at least 10 hours per week.
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish).
• Applied Behavior Analysis (training available).
• Data collection (training available).

Responsibilities

• Model and prompt activities to train self-care practices.
• Converse with individuals to promote social skills and interaction.
• Accompany families in community outings.
• Observe and document behaviors to guide treatment goals.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Work in homes with varying resources.
• Provide ABA-based services under supervision.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Working with children & teens

Social perceptiveness

Service orientation

Self-monitoring

Interpersonal communication

Active listening

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

Bachelor's or Associate's degree (in progress) in a behavioral health or related field

Tools

Data collection

Job description

Job Description

· Behavior Technicians are responsible for assisting behavior analysts and case managers to implement treatment plans which consist of behavior reduction and skill acquisition programs. The candidate will work with individuals (ranging from the ages of 3 to 17 years old) implementing treatment plans established by the clinical team within their home in collaboration with the BCBA and the case manager.

Entry Level job for college students seeking experience in the realm of psychology (or related fields). About Behavior Consulting, Inc, (ABC, Inc.) is an agency that works with families that directly works with children whose age ranges from 3-17 years of age, utilizing the Science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). The team is composed of Board-Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Mental Health Professionals. The behavior interventionist will primarily be working under the supervision of the Board-Certified Behavioral Analyst while they work directly with clients in their home. Trainings are held in-person at our office.

General Accountabilities

• Model and prompt activities to train self-care practices.
• Converses with the individuals to promote social skills and social interaction.
• Accompanies families in community outings.
• Observes and documents behaviors in order to facilitate assessment and development of treatment goals.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Be comfortable working in homes (studio apt., housing projects, etc.) of families with limited resources.
• Attend training to acquire further knowledge.Provide services based in the science of Applied Behavior Analysis, including behavior management, discrete trial training, social skills training, and caregiver education to clients with developmental disabilities and their families.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associates degree (in progress) in a behavioral health or related field.
• Driver's License
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish)
• Applied Behavior Analysis (training available)
• Data Collection (training available)
• Pass FBI/DOJ clearance through Live Scan
• Must be available to work between the hours 2pm-8pm AND be available for a minimum of 10 hours per week - weekend coverage also available.

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Working with children and teenagers
• Social perceptiveness
• Service orientation
• Self-Monitoring
• Interpersonal Communication
• Active listening
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish)

Physical Demands

• Able to work prolonged periods of time in an environment with fluctuating temperature ranges
• Able to stand prolonged periods of time
• Able to frequently lift up to 25 pounds with or without assistance

Location

• Services are provided at the home of the patient.
• Multiple cases will consist from driving to one home to another (drive time and mileage are reimbursed)
• Trainings and meetings will be at the office in Orange.
• COVID-19 Consideration
  • PPE is provided
  • During COVID-19, group trainings and meetings are virtual.