Behavior Technician - Home-Based

Job Details

Location:

Everett, 02149, MA

Position Type:
Per Diem

Salary Range: $30.00 - $35.00 hourly

Travel Percentage:
None

The Behavioral Technician will provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Clients include children with Autism and related developmental disabilities in home, community, clinic, and school settings. The Technician will collect data on programs and assist with parent training, working under the supervision of a Board‑Certified Behavior Analyst.

• Plan and implement intervention strategies using direct therapy, monitoring, and consultation under the supervision of a BCBA.
• Teach targeted behaviors using specialized techniques that may include reward systems, incidental teaching, and pivotal response training.
• Record and track data from training sessions.
• Reinforce positive behavior with children on caseload.
• Communicate effectively (orally and in writing) with administrators, parents, and community members.
• Provide accurate documentation of intervention goals and objectives.
• Facilitate transitions among agencies, programs, and professionals as service provision changes.
• Identify emergency situations and determine appropriate action to ensure child safety.
• Provide direct client care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
• Follow prescribed behavior skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.
• Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
• Assist with parent and caregiver training in line with individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols.
• Effectively communicate with parents and caregivers regarding client progress as instructed by the Board‑Certified Behavior Analyst.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Hearing and speaking ability to communicate on the telephone.
• Vision necessary for entering data.
• Reaching ability for paper management.
• Manual dexterity required for operating the computer, photocopier, and telephone.
• Mobility required for using photocopier, fax machine, etc.
• Proficiency in speaking and writing English in an understandable manner.
• Ability to function independently and act with personal integrity.
• Flexibility of hours.

• Recognize tasks to be done and perform them independently.
• Establish a responsible and trustworthy rapport with staff.
• Be punctual and provide proper notification for absence and tardiness.
• Follow through on tasks as assigned.
• Adjust to changing work schedules.
• Work in a fast‑paced environment under time constraints.

• Learn all Constellation Kids policies and procedures.
• Use judgment skills when processing telephone calls.
• Organize tasks to establish priorities and meet deadlines.
• Operate all aspects of the computer, photocopier, and telephone.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions from the supervisor.
• Read, write, and type.

• 21 years of age and older.
• 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.
• OR
• 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.
• Registered Behavior Technician certification is a plus.