The Behavioral Technician will provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Clients include children 2-6 years of age with Autism and related developmental disabilities in the clinic. The Behavioral Technician will collect data on programs and assist with parent training. The RBT 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. Natural environment teaching.
• 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.

• 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 preferred