Behavioral Technician

Job Summary:

A Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) supports and implements treatment plans created by a board-certified behavior analyst for children with autism. This includes working to reduce challenging behaviors while simultaneously working on the acquisition of other skills through 1:1 ABA therapy and/or group teaching in the home or community settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures child?s physical safety and treats learners with dignity and respect
• Provide 1:1 ABA and group ABA therapy for individuals with autism spectrum disorder in the home setting.
• Use applied behavior analysis strategies and protocols as outlined by BCBA supervisors to teach a variety of skill types such as socialization, communication, play and self-help
• Follow written protocols to support learners when they are engaging in challenging behaviors
• Collect accurate data throughout ABA sessions as instructed by BCBA supervisors
• Take direction and apply feedback from BCBA supervisor
• Work collaboratively with BCBA supervisors and interdisciplinary team to provide information on learner behavior, preferences, and skills
• Complete accurate Session Notes for each session and submit as directed
• Promote positive organization culture
• Recognize issues and questions to bring to the BCBA supervisor?s attention
• Help with preparation and organization of materials and supplies for learner sessions and programs
• Attend and contribute to team meetings, debriefings, trainings, and workshops, which may occur outside of normal work hours
• May serve as school/community 1:1 behavior technician and travel to learner's school or community peer group
• Be available to work and be scheduled during the hours of 8am ? 6pm
• Adhere to the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Aces for Autism