Behavior Technician

Description Behavior Technician One Full-Time Position. 40 hours per week. Flexible hours. Typically, 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., or 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. May require some evenings and weekends.

Hiring Range:

$19.00 - $20.71 / hr., depending upon education and experience. This position will remain open until filled.

Minimum Requirements Required:

1. High School diploma or equivalent, minimum age 18.

Preferred:

1. Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field and/or enrolled in a BCBA program. 2. Experience with behavior interventions at hire. 3. Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) certification at hire. We care about our team! At Ariel we offer an expansive benefit package: Subject to Eligibility.

• Medical, Dental, Life Insurance Premiums are 100% covered by Ariel, which averages to an additional $4.80/hour to your total compensation!

HSA & HSA

employer contribution

• FSA
• Vision
• Generous Paid Time Off accrual - 13 PTO days in the first year, 48 hours of paid sick leave, and 11 paid holidays. Total of 30 paid days off in the first year.
• $50/month; $600/year with Lifestyle Spending Account
• Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Legal & ID Shield through MetLife
• Retirement 403B & 403B employer match up to 4% at one year anniversary
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Employer provided work phone and computer
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• And committed to a Culture of Awesomeness! Ariel Clinical Services has been in business for over 30 years!
• Ariel has grown significantly since its early days of serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Today, we offer a broad range of services including residential programs, vocational support, foster care and adoption, therapy, and much more.
• We are proud to say we have expanded our reach beyond the Western Slope! Now, we provide services in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo.
• At Ariel, we deeply value our community and recognize the vital role it plays in the lives of our members and employees. That's why we're committed to staying engaged through both financial contributions and hands-on service initiatives.
• As we continue to grow, we're equally committed to fostering professional growth for our team.

Many of our entry-level roles offer clear pathways for advancement within the organization. Position Summary Behavior technicians work directly with adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, to increase their quality of life by reducing challenging behaviors using Applied Behavior Analysis. Technicians work 1:1 or in small groups while following structured behavior intervention plans and work in homes, day program, community and clinical settings under the direction of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Ariel Clinical Services Mission To provide safe, nurturing, and supportive environments for children, families, and adults so that they may have the opportunities to develop their strengths, maximize their potentials, and fully participate in society. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Implement behavioral services for adults in services, under the guidance of the BCBA, aiming to reduce challenging behaviors and enhance quality of life. 2. Track progress of behavioral services implemented through daily data collection and documentation. 3. Maintain consistent and effective communication with staff and service providers. 4. Assist members receiving services by conducting assessments and providing behavioral training as needed, under the supervision of the BCBA. 5. Provide transportation for members receiving services, as needed. 6. Ensure compliance with all regulations, including the Behavior Analyst Certification Board Code of ethics. Additional Duties and Responsibilities 1. Must work closely with other Ariel programs. 2. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 1. Ability to be flexible, and able to change direction rapidly, with a positive and respectful attitude. 2. Skilled in critical thinking and use of sound judgment to arrive at a positive outcome. 3. Ability to provide excellent customer service and meet professional standards of work performed. 4. Competence and commitment to high quality data collection and documentation. 5. Knowledge and competence in computers, including, but not limited to: Microsoft Office, electronic timeclocks, and electronic data collection. 6. The ability to remain calm in crisis, and model calm behavior to others. 7. Ability to demonstrate consistent and reliable attendance as scheduled and requested, including hours outside traditional working hours as needed.

Education and Experience Required:

1. High School diploma or equivalent, minimum age 18.

Preferred:

1. Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field and/or enrolled in a BCBA program. 2. Experience with behavior interventions at hire. 3. Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) certification at hire. Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Colorado Drivers License with an acceptable driving record.
• CPR, First Aid - before contact with persons receiving services (PRS).
• RBT Certification within 90 days of hire.
• CPI and Informed Supervision - within 60 days of hire; PRS' contact is limited until this training is completed.
• BSIT
• Person-Centered training Supervisory Responsibilities None Physical Demands 1.

This position requires that the incumbent be capable of walking, bending, standing, sitting, stooping, stretching, and/or reaching regularly for periods up to two hours without a break. 2. This position requires that the incumbent have adequate hand and finger dexterity to properly perform the functions of the position. 3. This position requires lifting regularly up to 25 pounds, pulling or pushing persons in wheelchairs, transferring persons weighing more than 50 pounds to and from wheelchairs must be performed with another staff member. 4. At times, physical interventions may be required. 5. This position requires the ability to hear, see, smell and distinguish temperature, at a level which is adequate to ensure client and staff health and safety. Adaptive devices are acceptable. 6. This position will require daily driving of up to one to two hours per day. Work Environment 1. Work settings may include a vocational setting, Ariel Day program, community outings, and persons receiving services' residences. 2. Work may take place inside as well as outside environments. 3. Exposure to clients with aggressive behavior tendencies is likely. 4. Exposure to blood borne pathogens and/or infectious disease is possible. Required Background Checks & Documentation 1. Central Registry for Child Abuse 2. Criminal Background Investigation (CBI) 3. Federal Background Investigations (FBI) 4. Colorado Adult Protective Services (CAPS) 5. CBI Sex Offender Background Check 6. National Sex Offender Background Check 7. Reference check 8. Driver's License Record 9. Office of Inspector General 10. I-9 documentation 11. Reliable Automobile with adequate, valid auto insurance