BEHAVIORAL TECHNICIAN

Behavioral Intervention Association; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 45,760 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Behavioral Intervention Association in Oakland, CA seeks a dedicated Behavior Technician to support ABA treatment for children and adolescents with ASD. The role involves session prep, data collection, and implementing programs under the supervision of BCBA and program team.

You must be at least 18 with a high school diploma, complete BCAT within 90 days, and attend required trainings. The position offers varied shifts (full-time/part-time), up to 25% travel, and a focus on ethics, HIPAA, and

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Attend BCAT certification within first 90 days of employment with BIA.
• Mandatory trainings including Behavior Technician CE requirements.
• Completed 40 hours of Competency Based Training designed by a BIA BCBA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for each session (charged device, current clinical updates).
• Accurately report time and gather signatures verifying session occurred.
• Implement program/activities determined by supervision with appropriate stimuli and reinforcers.
• Accurately capture data each session (quantitative and qualitative).
• Apply trained methods (DTT, visuals, naturalistic teaching) individually.
• Attend all scheduled sessions and meetings with the program team.
• Follow protocols for canceled sessions and adhere to ethics and HIPAA.
• Maintain professionalism and comply with all company policies.

Skills

Rapport building

Team collaboration

Professional communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BCAT certification within 90 days

Job description

Overview

Job Location: Oakland, CA 94609
Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Education Level: High School
Salary Range: $22.00 - $25.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Health Care
Provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment to children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), within the experience and competence of the practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for each session (e.g., charged iPad, current on clinical updates).
• Accurately report time and gather signatures (self and parent) verifying session occurred.
• Implement the program/activities determined by the Program Manager and/or Director, including appropriate stimuli, reinforcement and materials.
• Accurately capture quantitative and qualitative data each session.
• Implement trained methods (e.g., discrete trial, visuals, generalization, naturalistic teaching) in an individualized manner.
• Attend all scheduled patient sessions and meetings with the program team.
• Follow all protocols for canceled sessions (see employee handbook).
• Adhere to all guidelines related to ethics, HIPAA and workplace safety.
• Maintain a high degree of professionalism, including adherence to all policies listed in the BIA Employee Policies.

Accountabilities

• Use program techniques in the most effective manner.
• Maintain a positive environment through prompting and redirection.
• Implement activities with appropriate pace, voice and reinforcement.
• Become a model of professionalism for fellow staff.
• Communicate pro-actively to resolve conflicts or confusion with the program team.
• Understand goals of activities and implementation procedures.

Decision Rights

All program decision rights are that of a program supervisor. It is your responsibility to check with a program supervisor with questions and concerns as needed.

Desired Traits

• Develop a unique rapport with each patient.
• Create opportunities for successful interactions.
• Seek to increase knowledge of autism and treatment approaches.
• Consistently collaborate with others and contribute as a team member.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older; High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Attend BCAT certification within first 90 days of employment with BIA (mandatory for continued employment).
• Attend mandatory trainings including Behavior Technician continuing education requirements (i.e., attaining CEs and maintaining documentation).
• Completed 40 hours of Competency Based Training designed by a BIA BCBA.