Full job description

Position Type & Expected Hours of Work

This is a part-time position that works on average 20-29 hours a week. Overtime may be required. This position may be on site or in the community at participant’s homes. Hours and days vary, may include split shifts and weekends.

Summary

The Behavior Technician will provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principals of Applied Behavior Analysis to children with Autism and related developmental disabilities in the center, in the community or in the home. The Behavior Technician will collect data on programs and will be responsible to work as part of a team. Schedule, days and hours will vary. The Behavior Technician reports directly to the ABA Program Supervisor. Essential Functions of this position are listed below but are subject to change at the discretion of Pioneer Resources, Inc. This job description describes essential job functions, but does not provide an exhaustive list of duties that may be assigned. Specific duties & responsibilities may vary.

Essential Functions

• Providing services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, neurological disorders, or other developmental disabilities

• Engaging in activities related to the delivery of Applied Behavior Analysis, including but not limited to: observation, data collection, implementation of early intensive and other ABA intervention as specified in treatment plan.
• Follow the prescribed behavior skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.
• Collect, record and summarize data on observable participant behavior.
• Assist with parent and caregiver training in line with Participant’s individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols.
• Completing and maintaining accurate notes within 24 hours of service provision
• Providing transportation to and from center as needed
• Ability to get to and from participant homes and other places in the community as directed by treatment plan
• Effectively communicate with clinical team, parents, and caregivers regarding participant progress.
• Collaborate with treatment team including participant, parents, clinical team and caregivers
• Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required trainings.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment
• Establish a warm and positive atmosphere for the participants served.
• Ability to be flexible with schedule accepting sessions with minimal notice.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of duties or responsibilities required to perform this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• The ability to read and write English, and the ability to comprehend written instructions and record information.
• The capacity to work in a team with intermittent supervision.
• The ability to work respectfully and courteously with a wide variety of individuals.
• This employee will be required to successfully complete all required initial and update trainings.
• A minimum of one year of experience working with children or adults with developmental disabilities is required.
• Must have knowledge of and ability to learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder and Applied Behavior Analysis.
• This position requires driving. Individuals must have a valid Michigan driver’s license, three (3) or more years of driving experience, less than six (6) points, and no exclusionary violations on driving record.
• Must pass all required background checks, physicals, and drug screens. If the background check reveals disqualifying information, employment shall be terminated unless the disqualifying information was successfully appealed as inaccurate, expunged or set aside.