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Mercy Health
Behavioral Technician - NCH Physical Therapy - Childrens Hospital Autism Services
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What they do
A Health Technician or Technologist (Other) performs medical tests and operates diagnostic equipment. May specialize working in mental health, emergency medicine, occupational health, or in a medical laboratory.
$43,101 / year median in Ohio
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Behavioral Technician
- NCH Physical Therapy
- Children's Hospital Autism Services Mercy Health
- 3.
THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of a Behavioral Consultant, or Board Certified Behavioral Analyst (BCBA), the Behavioral Technician directs, guides, teaches, mentors students with autism, and teaches/mentors new hires for behavioral/educational instructors. Uses the Applied Behavioral Analyses (ABA) techniques to reinforce desired behaviors set up through the programming. Treats students and their families with dignity and respect while helping to reinforce a positive and conducive environment for learning.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides one on one and small group instructions implementing daily and weekly programs as assigned by lead staff as well as assisting students in class routines and transitioning between activities Uses ABA techniques to develop skills and behaviors as set up by the BCBA in areas of recreation, communication, motor, vocational, and socialization Reinforce behaviors through the use of positive behavior supports as established by the ABA consultant Works with new staff through training, modeling, and observation of ABA treatment techniques. Acts as a mentor for ideas and collaboration. Lifts feeds, toilets, changes diapers, dresses, consoles child during the school day Collects data, and writes separate anecdotal information on student behavior/progress for collaboration with other staff and instructional purposes Assists in planning and preparing the learning environment, setting up interest centers and preparing needed materials and supplies, as well as cleaning up after the child completes the activities May need to travel to assist with the transition in a typical peer placement or go to a student's home to assist with the generalization of the student's newly acquired skills Participates in in-service training and behavior analysis program training. Attends all staff meetings and recommended training programs and/or conferences. Exercises tact, discretion, and confidentiality while assuring the safety and welfare of all individuals in the clinicEDUCATION
Required Minimum Education :
2 year Associates Degree', or must have at least 48 equivalent semester hours towards a post-secondary degree.Specialty/Major:
Autism related preferred.Preferred Education :
4-year bachelor'sDegree Specialty/Major:
Autism related preferred.LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS
Required :
Registered Behavioral Technician through the State of Ohio, Psychology board. If not currently registered must obtain within 120 days of employmentPreferred:
CPR EXPERIENCE
Must have experience in leading, teaching, and working with special needs childrenPreferred:
One year of experience working with ABA and autism Preschool population experience and experience with autism are preferred. As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. What we offer Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
- Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours
- Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email .
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans