Behavioral Health Technician- Early Intervention ABA

Alternative Community Resource Program, Inc; Somerset (Somerset County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician to provide ABA-based interventions for young children. This role focuses on enhancing social, emotional, and behavioral skills through individualized strategies in a supportive group setting. The ideal candidate will work closely with families and professionals to foster positive relationships and ensure effective treatment plans. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives and have the necessary certifications and experience in ABA, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team committed to developing essential skills for school readiness and independence in children.

Benefits

403(B) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO) accrual

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience providing ABA services.
• Certification as BCaBA, RBT, or BCAT is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one ABA interventions to children ages 3-5.
• Collaborate with families and professionals to implement treatment plans.
• Maintain clinical documentation and collect data as required.

Skills

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Data Collection

Reflective Listening

Collaboration

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BCaBA Certification

RBT Certification

BCAT Certification

Behavior Analysis Certification

Job description

Job Summary:

The Behavioral Health Technician - Early Intervention ABA (BHT - EIABA) provides ABA-based interventions to support children ages 3-5 in a structured early intervention group setting. The BHT - EIABA assists in developing social, emotional, and behavioral competencies, focusing on communication, play, self-help skills, and potty training. Each BHT-EIABA is responsible for working with a group of three children, implementing individualized ABA strategies designed to increase independence, reduce maladaptive behaviors, and build school readiness skills.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Adhere to program-specific and agency policy.
• Attend and participate in all required supervision and training sessions.
• Build positive relationships with teachers and staff in schools and programs.
• Collaborate with Program Director, BCBA Clinical Director, Clinical Supervisor, Administrative Staff, and Quality Assurance Director in monitoring processes.
• Collaborate with the Behavior Consultant/Mobile Therapist and other treatment providers, participating in supervision and consultation.
• Collect data as requested in the treatment plan and ensure meaningful data collection.
• Complete daily progress reports and turn in paperwork within required timeframes.
• Complete required reports to Childline and other agencies as necessary.
• Contribute to the development of the child's treatment plan and crisis plan.
• Engage the child/family in community activities and programs as indicated in the treatment plan.
• Engage families using reflective listening, collaboration, empathy, and consideration of cultural, ethnic, and religious beliefs.
• Engage parents or extended family members in interventions to transfer skills and foster positive relations.
• Engage teachers or staff in interventions and utilize their input.
• Engage the child in specific interventions from the treatment plan during each session.
• Maintain all scheduled appointments with the family and child.
• Maintain records and ensure they meet clinical documentation requirements.
• Practice appropriate utilization of services as per the written order for each client.
• Provide effective one-on-one interventions in all identified settings and communicate with the Behavior Consultant/Mobile Therapist if interventions are not effective.
• Request assistance in implementing therapeutic interventions if unclear.
• Respect the rules and policies of the institutions where treatment is delivered.
• Show initiative and collaborate on therapeutic activities.
• Teach child and family specific skills and competency development.
• Transport the child and family when appropriate.
• Use strength-based approaches and a positive attitude with the child and family.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Educational Requirements:

• Have a certification as a BCaBA.
• Have a certification as an RBT.
• Have a certification as a BCAT.
• Have a behavior analysis certification from an organization that is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies or the American National Standards Institute.
• Have a high school diploma or the equivalent of a high school diploma and have completed a 40-hour training covering the RBT Task List as evidenced by a certification that includes the name of the responsible trainer, who is certified as a BCBA or BCaBA.
• Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in providing ABA services and a minimum of 40 hours of training related to ABA approved by the Department or provided by a continuing education provider approved by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to carry out appropriate restraints to prevent clients from harming themselves or others.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs. at times with or without assistance.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk.
• Prolonged periods of standing and moving.

Required Clearances and Documentation:

• Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to reliable transportation.
• Act 31/Act 126 Mandated Reporter Training.
• Act 34 Pennsylvania State Police Background Check - Criminal History.
• Act 114 Department of Human Services FBI Fingerprints.
• Act 33 Pennsylvania Child Abuse History.

Eligible Benefits:

• Eligible to participate in the 403(B)-retirement plan.
• Eligible for PTO accrual.
• Eligible for paid holidays (per agency policy).