School-Based ABA Behavior Technician

Constellation Health Services; Redding (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Constellation Health Services seeks a Behavioral Technician in Redding, CT to deliver ABA-based instruction to children with autism in school settings, under BCBA supervision.

Responsibilities include data collection, parent training assistance, direct client care in 1:1 and small group settings, and adherence to behavior acquisition and reduction protocols; strong communication with families and schools is essential.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in a human services field from an accredited university AND one year of direct relevant experience working with youth and families who require behavior management to address mental health needs.
• An associate’s degree (60 college credits) AND a minimum of two years of direct relevant experience working with youth and families who require behavior management to address mental health needs.
• Strong organization and communication skills are required.
• Registered Behavior technician certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements intervention strategies using direct therapy, monitoring and consultation under the supervision of a BCBA.
• Teaches targeted behaviors using specialized techniques that may include reward systems, incidental teaching and pivotal response training.
• Records and tracks data from training sessions.
• Reinforces positive behavior with children on caseload.
• Communicates effectively with administrators, parents and community members.
• Provides accurate documentation of intervention, goals and objectives.
• Facilitates transition among agencies, programs, and professionals as service provision changes.
• Identifies emergency situations and determines appropriate action to ensure child safety.
• Provide direct client care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
• Follow the prescribed behavior skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.
• Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
• Assist with staff training in line with client’s individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols.
• Effectively communicate with parents and caregivers regarding client progress as instructed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
• Will perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong organization

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field

Associate’s degree (60 college credits)

Job description

Constellation Health Services seeks a Behavioral Technician in Redding, CT to deliver ABA-based instruction to children with autism in school settings, under BCBA supervision.

Responsibilities include data collection, parent training assistance, direct client care in 1:1 and small group settings, and adherence to behavior acquisition and reduction protocols; strong communication with families and schools is essential.