Part-time Community Based Behavior Technician

Firefly Autism; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 10 days of paid time off

12 paid federal holidays

7 days of personal/sick leave

Mileage Reimbursement

$1,000 Sign On Bonus

Free Training in CPR/First Aid

Support from a BCBA and Therapists

Job summary

An established industry player dedicated to improving the lives of children on the autism spectrum is seeking a part-time Community Based Behavior Technician. In this rewarding role, you will work directly with families to enhance children's skills and behaviors, supported by a team of professionals. This position offers flexible hours and the opportunity to receive ongoing free training, ensuring your professional development. Join a compassionate team that values your contributions and helps you make a significant impact in the lives of children and their families. If you are passionate about making a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience with behavioral clients, preferably children.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in client supervision and implement treatment programming.
• Build rapport with students and maintain motivation.
• Participate in training for applied behavior analysis methodology.

Skills

Behavioral Client Experience

Communication Skills

Motivational Skills

Confidentiality Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

College Degree

Job description

Career Opportunities with Firefly Autism

A great place to work.

Part-time Community Based Behavior Technician

Part-time Behavior Technician (work with kids!)

Firefly Autism began its non-profit mission 18 years ago to change the lives of children on the autism spectrum, and we are now proud to aid in the dreams of a smart, diverse, driven and compassionate team of therapists. We balance our full-time teams hard work with:

• Salaried positions (no need to clock in or out every day!)
• Up to 10 days of paid time off to rejuvenate
• 12 paid federal holidays
• 7 days of personal/sick leave
• Mileage Reimbursement from your home, client-to-client, and back to your home
• $1,000 Sign On Bonus (For Evergreen location only - see below schedule requirements)

We value and invest in our employees' skills and development, thus, we provide ongoing free training in areas such as: CPR/First Aid, PCM & RBT certification, coupled with an individual client case support system, including a BCBA, Senior Therapist, School Nurse, Speech Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, and a School Psychologist.

What does a behavior technician do?

Home and Community Based Behavior Technicians work in homes - supported by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst - with families to improve a child's life through skill acquisition and increasing appropriate behaviors. Technicians support the child, family, and team members delivering interventions designed specifically for each unique individual.

Required Availability:

Behavior Technicians must be available between the hours of 3:30pm-7pm and be willing to work a minimum of 10 hours/week.

Monday - Friday from 4 pm - 8 pm.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

• High school diploma and/or college degree
• 1 plus years’ experience working with behavioral clients, preferably children
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must have a valid driver license and reliable transportation

Responsibilities:

• Assist in client supervision and implementation of instructional and treatment programming.
• Build rapport with each student, creating and maintaining motivation
• Assist in making materials for instructional and treatment programs
• Maintain confidentiality of clients and their families
• Participate in initial and follow-up training in applied behavior analysis methodology and physical management
• Keep CPR and First Aid certification current
• Complete necessary training to demonstrate knowledge of behavioral principles and instructional strategies, including implementation of complex curriculum and behavior plans, data collection and analysis
• Attend and participate in clinical meetings for home-based staff
• Assist supervisor in additional tasks, such as assessments, probing new skills, completing ABC behavior data, etc.

Physical Requirements of the Job:

• Able to sit and stand frequently and shift positions quickly
• Able to do the following for extended periods of time:
• Sit/kneel on floor
• Sit in a chair
• Stand
• Walk
• Able to physically manage teenagers/young adults, including providing physical guidance, physical prompts, bending
• Able to move quickly and keep up with running teenagers/young adults
• Pass crisis management training and safely apply physical management procedures on children when necessary