BEHAVIORAL TECHNICIAN

Behavioral Intervention Association; Salinas (CA); Hybrid; USD 27,552 - 30,996; Full time

Job summary

Behavioral Intervention Association is seeking Applied Behavior Technicians in Salinas, CA, to provide ABA treatment to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. This role requires adherence to professional standards and a commitment to ethical practices.

Eligible candidates must be 18 or older with a high school diploma. Successful applicants will gain certification and complete 40 hours of training to enhance their skills in behavioral techniques

This is an excellent opportunity for those pursuing a career in health care.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must attain BCAT certification within first 90 days.
• Complete 40-hours of Competency Based Training.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for each patient session and adhere to schedules.
• Implement activities and techniques as trained.
• Accurately capture data during each session.

Skills

Communication Skills

Professionalism

Behavior Analysis Techniques

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Salinas - Salinas, CA 93901

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.50 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), provided the services are within the experience and competence of the practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Is prepared for each session (e.g., charged IPAD, is current on any clinical updates)
• Accurately reports time and gather signatures (yourself and from parent) verifying session occurred
• Implement the program/activities determined by the Program Manager and/or Director including appropriate stimuli, reinforcement and materials
• Accurately captures quantitative and qualitative data each session
• Implements trained methods (e.g., discrete trial, visuals, generalization, naturalistic teaching) in an individualized manner
• Attend all scheduled patient sessions and meetings with program team.
• Follows 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 adhering 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 conflict or confusion with 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 year of age or older, High School Diploma or equivalent
• Attain Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) certification within first 90 days of employment with BIA (mandatory for continued employment)
• Attend mandatory trainings which will include Behavior Technician continuing education requirements (i.e., attaining CEs maintaining documentation)
• Completed 40-hours of Competency Based Training designed by a BIA BCBA