Behavioral Health Technician- Group ABA (Ages 3-6)

Alternative Community Resource Program, Inc; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Alternative Community Resource Program, Inc. is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician - Group ABA (BHT - EIABA) to provide ABA-based interventions for children aged 3-6 in a structured group setting.

The role focuses on developing social, emotional, and behavioral skills, including communication, play, self-help, and potty training, under supervision by a BCBA/BCaBA team to foster school readiness.

Qualifications

• Certification as BCaBA, RBT, BCAT or ABA cert from NCCA/ANSI.
• High school diploma with 40-hour RBT training or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of ABA experience and related training.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to program policies and agency procedures.
• Attend supervision and training sessions.
• Collect data per treatment plan and ensure accurate records.
• Complete progress reports and required agency paperwork.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative staff to monitor progress.
• Engage families and implement treatment plan activities with the child.

Education

BCaBA Certification

RBT Certification

BCAT Certification

ABA Certification (accredited by NCCA or ANSI)

High school diploma + 40-hour RBT training

2+ years ABA experience

Job description

Job Summary:

The Behavioral Health Technician - Group ABA (BHT - EIABA) provides ABA-based interventions to support children ages 3-6 in a structured group setting. The BHT- EI-ABA 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.

(OR)

Have a certification as an RBT.

(OR)

Have a certification as a BCAT.

(OR)

Have a behavior analysis certification from an organization that is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies or the American National Standards Institute.

(OR)

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.

(OR)

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).