Behavior Therapist/Technician

Behavior Therapist or Registered Behavior Technician/Behavior Technician Job Post

La Crescenta, CA 91214

Job Details

Job Type

Part-Time to grow to Full-Time

Number of hires for this role:

10 (part-time or full time)

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (Required) and/or working towards completion of Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)
• Driver’s License (Required)
• Working car to be able to drive self around (Required)
• Car Insurance (Required)
• US work authorization (Required)
• Armenian or Spanish Language Fluency (preferred)
• Must have availability Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm, and Saturdays 8am-2pm

Full Job Description

About Adamant Behavioral Services, Inc. (“Adamant”):

Adamant specializes in providing ethical, evidence-based, individualized, and quality services to anyone that needs help improving socially significant behaviors and increasing quality of life. We focus on empowering consumers and caregivers in learning and using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles as independently as possible. If you are interested in working with individuals affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or with exceptional needs, we invite you to explore Adamant’s job postings with the knowledge that Adamant provides all training, including extensive initial and ongoing training and support. Adamant is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Description

Behavior therapists implement center, school, or community treatment programs for Adamant patients and their families using applied behavior analysis (ABA). Adamant behavior technicians are an integral part of the therapy team as their work directly contributes to patient and family success. Behavior technicians report to the Adamant program supervisors and clinical supervisors. In addition to frequent interactions as part of the therapy team, behavior technicians receive individualized mentorship from experienced behavior analysts to ensure the highest quality service. This is an hourly, non-exempt, part-time position.

Qualifications and Skill

• High School Degree or equivalent (Required)
• Bachelor’s degree or working towards completion of a Bachelor’s degree (Preferred)
• Experience working with children or specifically with children with disabilities (Preferred)
• Willing to work 10-40 hours per week (Required) unless you are applying for a substitute Behavior Technician position
• Your own vehicle with proof of auto insurance (Required)
• Must be Available on weekdays (Mon-Fri between 8am-8 pm; Saturdays 8:00am-5:00pm) (Required)
• Willing to work with children with special needs (Required)
• Eager, energetic, professional, hard-working, and passionate demeanor (Required)
• Willing to take frequent constructive feedback (required)
• Willing to work and become RBT-certified within 3 months of hire (Required)
• Willing to provide in person services across various settings, such as center, client home, community, and school (Required)
• Ability to provide negative TB test results.
• Ability to pass FBI & DOJ fingerprinting, health screenings, and provide/obtain immunizations
• Ability to pass driving record clearance
• Fluent in Armenian or Spanish (Preferred)

Locations That You May Be Assigned to:

• La Crescenta, Montrose, Pasadena, Glendale, North Hollywood, Van Nuys and more

Responsibilities and Duties

Adamant Behavioral Services, Inc. behavior technicians will be trained to work with children or teens with special needs and their families/caregivers. Acquire valuable career skills, such as:

• Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and how to treat the challenging behaviors and skill deficits that are associated with the diagnosis
• Learn about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and its’ techniques
• Implement clients’ behavior intervention plans for challenging behaviors and lessons for skill deficits that may include communication, social skills, play skills, self-help skills, executive functions, and others
• Learn how to apply Natural Environment Training (NET) and Discrete Trial Training (DTT) across a variety of programs
• Collect and record ongoing data on client progress
• Graphing of program progress, as needed
• Attend mandatory staff trainings
• Assist supervisors in various work projects and material preparations
• Work with applications, iPads, computers, physical games, toys, and web-based variety of technologies
• Other duties may be assigned, as needed

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive and paid initial and ongoing training
• Flexible part-time schedules, full time job with benefits available as well
• Travel time pay (between clients) and mileage reimbursement
• Paid sick time
• Sponsorship to earn credentials to advance your career to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
• Monthly trainings, social events (as permitted with COVID regulations), and awards
• Supervision by Doctorate level and highly experienced staff
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Opportunities for BCBA supervision hours-if interested in career advancements

www.adamantservices.com

Job type: part time or full time

Schedule: Monday-Friday and/or Saturdays

Education: High School Diploma Required and Preferably working towards completion in BA

License/Certifications: Driver’s License (Required) and willing to become RBT certified within six months of hire

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift

Work setting:

• In-person

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Language:

• Armenian and Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person