Behavior Technician Autism Clinic

General Summary
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The Behavior Technician I is primarily responsible for the direct implementation of behavior-analytic services. Program Director will determine which tasks a Behavior Technician may perform as a function of his or her training, experience, and competence.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides direct behavioral services to clients in individual and group sessions.
• Runs skill acquisition programs with clients using Applied Behavior Analysis. Use contingencies of reinforcement and implements specific procedures for skill acquisition.
• Works with Board Certified Behavior Analysts to implement individualized treatment plans.
• Conducts preference assessments and assists with functional assessment procedures.
• Reports variables that might affect the client (e.g., illness, relocation, medication).
• Generates objective session notes by describing what occurred during sessions.
• Implements continuous/discontinuous measurement procedures and permanent product recording procedures.
• Collects data and creates graphs.
• Implements behavior reduction interventions and procedures. Identifies the essential components of a written behavior reduction plan.
• Complies with applicable legal, regulatory and workplace reporting requirements (e.g., mandatory abuse and neglect reporting).
• Communicates effectively with members, families, supervisor and other stakeholders.
• Maintains professional boundaries with members, families and other stakeholders.
• Maintains an approved schedule and acceptable level of attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned or necessary as they relate to the general nature of position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education – HS/GED required.
• Experience - One year verified experience volunteering or working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or related disabilities.
• Certification – Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification required (within 90 daysfrom beginning the training curriculum).
• Regulatory –
  • Minimum 21 years of age.
  • Arizona Driver’s License, 39-month Motor Vehicle Report and proof of vehicle registration and liability insurance that meets insurance requirements, if required.
  • Must possess and maintain Level 1 fingerprint clearance throughout employment.
  • CPR and First Aid certification if required (Employer provides).
  • Initial current negative TB test result, if required (Employer provides).