Part-time Registered Behavior Technician

Firefly Autism; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training programs

Flexible working hours

Supportive team environment

Job summary

An established non-profit organization is seeking a dedicated Part-time Behavior Technician to work with children on the autism spectrum. In this fulfilling role, you will support families and help improve children's lives through skill acquisition and behavior management. The position offers ongoing free training, including CPR/First Aid and RBT certification, ensuring you are equipped to deliver tailored interventions. Join a compassionate team that values your growth and development while making a meaningful impact in the community. If you have a passion for helping others and meet the qualifications, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience working with children on the autism spectrum.
• High school diploma required; college degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in client supervision and implementation of treatment programming.
• Build rapport with students and maintain motivation.

Skills

Experience with behavioral clients

Communication Skills

Ability to build rapport

Confidentiality Management

Education

High school diploma

College degree

Tools

CPR/First Aid Certification

Behavior Analysis Methodology

Job description

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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 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:

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 the 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

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

COVID-19 considerations:
Firefly has been fortunate enough to keep all staff employed without reduction in hours during Covid-19, and we are committed to following CDC guidelines.