Behavior Technician

Altura Care seeks individuals who are committed and enthusiastic about working with our clients. The ideal candidate will be personable, professional, eager to learn, and quick to adapt to various situations. Here at Altura Care, we are committed to ensuring that you have the support that is needed to thrive and deliver behavior therapy to the best of your ability. Our focus is on nurturing and fostering the development of our children. We welcome candidate's with experience in roles such as paraprofessionals, life skill instructors, and any other human services fields to submit their application

Responsibilities:

• Implement Therapy Plans: Follow instructions from the supervisor or Behavior Analyst to carry out therapy sessions with clients.
• Assist Clients: Help clients engage in learning activities, follow routines, and practice skills outlined in their therapy plan.
• Collect Data: Record observations about client behavior during sessions using simple forms or apps provided by the supervisor.
• Communicate with Supervisor: Report any changes or concerns about the client's progress or behavior to the supervisor.
• Maintain a Safe Environment: Ensure the therapy environment is safe and conducive to learning, and assist with any necessary cleanup or organization.
• Engage in Training: Participate in training sessions provided by the employer to learn more about ABA principles, techniques, and protocols.
• Build Rapport: Develop a positive relationship with clients to facilitate trust and cooperation during therapy sessions.
• Follow Ethical Guidelines: Adhere to ethical standards and maintain client confidentiality at all times.
• Seek Guidance: Ask questions and seek clarification from the supervisor when unsure about how to handle specific situations or behaviors.
• Support Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other team members, such as therapists, teachers, and parents, to ensure consistency in implementing therapy goals

Experience:

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism
• Knowledge of behavior management techniques and strategies
• Familiarity with special education principles and practices
• Experience implementing behavioral therapy interventions
• Have the ability to complete record keeping

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age
• Associates degree or higher
• One year of ABA experience preferred (willing to train new individuals)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 28 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid training

Patient demographics:

• Adolescents
• Children

Schedule:

• After school
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Travel requirement:

• Travel

Work setting:

• In-home
• In-person

Work Location: In person