BEHAVIORAL TECHNICIAN

Provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment to children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), provided the services are within the experience and competence of the practitioner. Responsibilities Is prepared for each session (e.g., charged IPAD, is current on any clinical updates) Accurately reports time and gather signatures (yourself and from parent) verifying session occurred Implement the program/activities determined by the Program Manager and/or Director including appropriate stimuli, reinforcement and materials Accurately captures quantitative and qualitative data each session Implements trained methods (e.g., discrete trial, visuals, generalization, naturalistic teaching) in an individualized manner Attend all scheduled patient sessions and meetings with program team. Follows all protocols for canceled Sessions- (see employee handbook) Adhere to all guidelines related to ethics, HIPAA and workplace safety Maintain a high degree of professionalism, including adhering to all policies listed in the BIA Employee Policies. Accountabilities Use program techniques in the most effective manner Maintain a positive environment through prompting and redirection Implement activities with appropriate pace, voice and reinforcement Become a model of professionalism for fellow staff Communicate pro-actively to resolve conflict or confusion with program team Understand goals of activities and implementation procedures Decision Rights All Program decision rights are that of a program supervisor. It is your responsibility to check with a program supervisor with questions and concerns as needed. Desired Traits Develop a unique rapport with each patient Create opportunities for successful interactions Seek to increase knowledge of autism and treatment approaches Consistently collaborate with others and contribute as a team member Qualifications 18 year of age or older, High School Diploma or equivalent Attain Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) certification within first 90 days of employ with BIA (mandatory for continued employment) Attend mandatory trainings which will include Behavior Technician continuing education requirements (i.e., attaining CEs maintaining documentation) Completed 40-hours of Competency Based Training designed by a BIA BCBA