Behavior Technician

Job Details Job Location: Seymour, CT 06483, CT Position Type: Per Diem Salary Range: $20.00 - $28.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: None

Job Description

Summary - The Behavioral Technician will provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. - Clients include children with Autism and related developmental disabilities in the home, community, clinic, and school settings. - The Behavioral Technician will collect data on programs and assist with parent training. - The Behavior Technician works under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. - The principles of behavior analysis are to treat patients who have difficulties with socially significant behaviors. These may include social skills, reading, communication, personal self-care and work skills. Essential Job Functions/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 (orally and in writing) 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 (early intervention to pre-school, pre-school to school etc.) - 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 parent and caregiver 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. Although each position has its own unique duties and responsibilities, the following applies to all employees of Constellation Health Services: - All employees will: Exercise necessary cost control measures. - Strive to provide and maintain positive external and internal customer service and promote a culture of excellence in customer service. - Must demonstrate effective communication skills by conveying necessary information accurately, listening effectively and asking questions when clarification is needed. - Must be able to be depended upon to plan and organize work effectively and ensures its completion. - Must be able to demonstrate reliability by arriving to work on time and taking breaks in the expected time frames. - Will be expected to meet all productivity requirements. - Must be able to demonstrate team behavior and must be willing to promote a team–oriented environment. - Will be expected to represent the organization professionally at all times. Additional Requirements: PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS - Hearing and speaking ability is required to communicate on the telephone. - Vision is necessary for entering data. - Reaching is required for paper management. - Manual dexterity is required for operating the computer, photocopier and telephone. - Mobility is required for going to photocopier, fax machine, etc. - Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner. - Must be able to function independently and have personal integrity. - Requires flexibility of hours. PSYCHOLOGICAL REQUIREMENTS - An ability to recognize tasks to be done and perform them independently. - An ability to establish a responsible and trustworthy rapport with staff by: Being punctual and providing proper notification and advance notice for absence and tardiness. - Following through on tasks as assigned. - Flexibility to adjust to changing work schedules. - An ability to work in a fast-paced environment under time constraints. INTELLECTUAL REQUIREMENTS - An ability to learn all Constellation Kids policies and procedures. - Judgment skills in processing telephone calls - Organizational skills necessary to establish priority of tasks and meet deadlines. - An ability to operate all aspects of the computer, photocopier and telephone. - An ability to understand and follow instructions provided by the supervisor both in written and oral formats. - An ability to read, write and type. I have read this job description and physical demands for the position as Behavior Technician. I agree to perform the tasks outlined in this job description in a safe manner and in accordance with the company’s established procedures. I understand that I may not release or disclose protected health or company information without proper authorization. I understand that the company reserves the right to make changes to this job description at any time at their discretion. I also understand that my employment is at will and thereby understand that my employment may be terminated at- will either by the company or myself and such termination can be made with or without notice.

Qualifications

Position 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 OR - 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.