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Behavioral Health Services of Virginia lists this Behavior Technician (Level 1) opportunity in henrico, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
Job Title: Behavior Technician (BT)
Position Summary:
The Behavior Technician will provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to children with Autism and related developmental disabilities in the home, community, and school settings. The BT will collect data on programs and assist the BCBA and/or BCaBA with clinical assessments as needed, directly.
Department: Applied Behavior Analysis
Reports to: BCBA/BCaBA Technician and/or Clinical Director
Supervision Over: None
Minimum Qualifications:
Education, Training, and Experience:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
Bachelor's Degree in psychology, special education, Speech, Counseling or related field preferred.
A minimum of one year of experience in working with children, adolescents, and/or adults with special needs preferred
Knowledge of: Appropriate behavioral intervention strategies
Learning theories and instructional methods
Ethics, laws, and regulations of acceptable behavior interventions
Developmental processes of children, adolescents, and adults
Interpersonal skills needed to manage crisis situations
Technology, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling
Skills and Abilities to: Assess situations and make proper judgments
Understand behavioral situations and react accordingly in an ethical manner
Objectively analyze crisis situations
Respond quickly to emergency situations
Communicate effectively and make recommendations to various agency staff and outside professionals, groups, or individuals
Perform general clerical duties including maintain accurate client records and preparing clear and concise reports
Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with a diverse group of clients, parents/caregivers, school personnel, and other agency staff
Use a computer and behavioral software to prepare documents and maintain client records
Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines
Follow guidance from senior level staff to enhance own professional development
Work with a diverse team of professionals in a respectful manner
Supervise clients during treatment sessions
Job Duties: Implement 1:1 ABA interventions programs to children in their home, clinic, or school setting
Provide direct behavioral services to clients in individual and/or group sessions
Run skill acquisition programs with clients using Applied Behavior Analysis and Verbal Behavior Analysis
Complete daily documentation and maintain client's program book
Work with Board Certified Behavior Analysts and/or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts to implement individualized treatment plans
Collect data and graph data as instructed using technological programs, such as Microsoft Excel or behavioral software (e.g., Lauris Online)
Maintain respect and confidentiality for all clients
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies
Maintain and protect the well-being of all clients during treatment sessions and when emergency crisis situations arise
Any other job duties as assigned by the supervisor and other administrator
Additional Job Requirements: Attend and successfully complete the following prior to beginning job (Failure to successfully complete these trainings can jeopardize the ability to be employed at the agency):
New staff orientation
Handle with Care (Crisis Intervention Training) program course offered by the agency and renew certification annually
First Aid/CPR/AED training provided by the agency and renew certifications as needed
HIPAA and Confidentiality Training
A 40-hour training by our agency on Applied Behavior Analysis that is based upon the Behavior Analyst Certification Board's Registered Behavioral Technician Task List, successfully complete the Registered Behavioral Technician Competency Assessment, and pass the RBT examination to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).
Abide by the RBT Ethics Code
Employee signature below constitutes employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions and duties of the position. Employee also understands that his duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age
Possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Special Education, Speech, Counseling or related human service field preferred.
A minimum of one year of experience in working with children, adolescents, and/or adults with special needs
Who can apply
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