Behavior Technician

• 3rd Shift Heartland Center for Autism
• 4.0 Okemos, MI Job Details Full-time $18
• $21 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Career development plan Vision insurance Professional development assistance Opportunities for advancement Flexible schedule Referral program Qualifications Computer operation Passenger vehicle Computer literacy Assisting with ADLs Driver's License Working with children Direct support Computer skills

Full Job Description Shift Types:

3rd Shift

• 11:00pm
• 7:00am

Minimum Requirements:

1 years of Behavior Tech experience

• Preferred Vaild Driver's License Completion pre-employment reference check TB and health screening Background check (Central Registry Clearance) CPS Background Clarence Basic Computer knowledge

Experience:

At least 1 year of direct care Behavior Tech

• Preferred At least 1-2 years experience working with children in healthcare related fields.

Preffered Work Location:

Okemos

• Travel is not required General Responsibilities​: Behavior Technician is a specialized role that will be supervised by a BCBA.

The role consists of implementing individualized behavior reduction and skill acquisition treatment plans within a short term residential unit. Our clients are children and adolescents who have mental health disorders as well as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This position is unique to the ABA field in that the technician is a full time employee not designated to a particular case. This position

WILL NOT

require travel from site to site. All clients will be seen in the short term crisis / residential unit.

Personal Traits:

​ Must possess the understanding and ability to cope with emotionally impaired children, as well as the empathy needed to effectively provide services to behaviorally/emotionally challenged children that have an Autism diagnosis. Must be self-directed, responsible, and of good moral character.

Training that will be provided:

Basic ABA Training Complete region-specific Behavioral Safety Training (Mandt / Gentle hands/ QBS) to assist in de-escalation of aggressive behavior.

Benefits:

All meals included during your shift Opportunities for advancement Health Insurance stipend

• Full time Employees Paid time off package (sick, vacation and personal
• Full time Employees Flexible Schedule Referral program

Experience:

At least 1 year experience in ABA or working with youth-Preferred At least 1-2 years experience working with children in healthcare related fields.

Preferred Job Duties:

Record data on clients' skill acquisition and behavior reduction programs. Conduct parent /caregiver client update and training calls as needed. Work closely with BCBA to provide clinical updates for all clients in the unit. Work with clients to improve independence while targeting daily living and self-help skill programs such as: Meal Preparation Cleaning the residential premises Daily Living skill programs such as completing basic Laundry with clients. Provide personal care assistance to individuals as needed. Lead daily activities such as games, crafts and a variety of social group activities. Provide general upkeep of bedrooms, hygiene areas, day room as needed. Work closely and provide clinical support to Direct Care staff. Provide physical management support to staff if clients present with aggressive behavior. Assist BCBA in making any materials needed. Assist Leadership team with other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Must be physically able to walk up and down 3 flights of stairs Must be able to walk up to 1 mile in community outings per shift Must be able to lift to 50Ibs Must be able to safely engage in physical restraints if needed Must be able to drive a vehicle Endure up to 8-hours without using tobacco products

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00

• $21.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person