Behavior Technician at TCEC & Ignite Child Development Services

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition Title: Behavior TechnicianPosition Summary:The Behavioral Technician will provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to children with Autism and related developmental disabilities in the home, community, and school settings. The Behavioral Technician will collect data on programs, assist with parent training, and assist the Behavior Analyst, Senior Therapist, and Behavior Therapist with clinical assessments as needed.Essential components of this position are listed below but subject to change at the discretion of Ignite Child Development Services. This job description describes essential job functions, but does not provide an exhaustive list of duties that may be assigned.Essential Duties and Functions:Essential components of this position are listed below but subject to change at the discretion of Ignite Child Development Services. This job description describes essential job functions, but does not provide an exhaustive list of duties that may be assigned:• Provide direct client care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements• Follow the prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols• Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior• Utilize safe & appropriate handling procedures when working with clients• Assist BCBA Senior Therapist, and/or Behavior Therapist with skill acquisition and behavior reduction assessments• Assist in preparing client materials as instructed• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment• Collaborate with treatment team including client, parents and caregivers, outside professionals, BCBA, Senior Therapist, and co-workersKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:• Commitment to maintain client confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA laws• Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets accordingly• Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time• Excellent written and verbal communication skills• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, co-workers, supervisors, and community members• Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to clinical skills, professional development, ethics and technology in order to perform job responsibilities to required standardsEducation and Experience:• Required: High School Diploma and must receive/ have 40 hours of trainning in Applied Behavior Analysis• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, Speech and Hearing Services, Registered Behavior Technician, or related field and 1,000 hours of supervised experience with children with a diagnosis of ASDBasic and Physical Requirements:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Satisfy all required background checks and comply with the company's drug free workplace policyDemonstrate a strong commitment to the ongoing improvement of services for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder or related conditionsMust be able to lift up to 50 poundsMust be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing) for extended periods of timeMust be able to pivot and move quickly to match pace of clientMust be physically present at the assigned job location, which may include home, school, and community placementsMust have reliable transportation and be willing and able to travel between different job sitesMust have a valid Driver’s License & current Auto insuranceMust be 18 years or olderThis job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “At Will”.