Behavioral Technician: Autism Center

Title: Behavioral Technician: UNT Autism Center

Employee Classification: Behavioral Technician

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

Sub Division-Department: UNT-Col of Health & Public Servic

Department: UNT-Autism Center-132710

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Starting at $36,000

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

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Drawing on UNT's trail blazing heritage as the first graduate program in the nation to be accredited by the Association for Behavior Analysis, and housed in UNT’s College of Public Affairs and Health Services, the UNT Kristin Farmer Autism Center (KFAC) provides clinical services to support learning, development, community participation, and quality of life of individuals on the autism spectrum. In addition to taking excellent care of children with autism and their families, KFAC is equally committed to helping young professionals build careers in autism (incl.

UNT students from many academic departments and programs), and conducting research to help scale evidence-based practices in community settings.

The UNT Kristin Farmer Autism Center (KFAC) is seeking a full-time Behavior Technician to join our dedicated team in providing exceptional clinical services to young children on the autism spectrum. The primary responsibility of the Behavior Technician will be to provide direct intervention and instructional programs for 5-7 young children with autism, utilizing evidence-based interventions. The position will be supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

The Behavior Technician is responsible for collecting data, conducting assessments, implementing skill acquisition and behavior reduction procedures, and documenting and reporting outcomes. This position is also responsible for providing peer-support to part-time Behavior Technicians, typically undergraduate and graduate students in related degree programs ortunities for professional growth and program development are encouraged, making this a dynamic and rewarding position for the right candidate.

High school diploma/GED equivalent and one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities, a basic understanding of behavior analytic principles and procedures, and knowledge of evidence-based practices.

• Basic understanding of autism spectrum disorders and evidence-based practices.
• Ability to work with clients with autism spectrum disorders.
• Ability to be patient, flexible, versatile and cope with stressful situations.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

• Experience working with individuals with ASD.
• Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based practices.
• Ability to serve as a…