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Easter Seals Tennessee Inc
Behavioral Therapy Assistant
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What they do
A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
$33,890 / year median in Tennessee
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Under the direction of the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), the Registered Behavior Technician is responsible for implementing treatment plans, and implementing behavior intervention plans with the assistance of the BCBA. Mission Statement - To make profound positive differences in the lives of people with disabilities as they learn, work, and play in their communities. 5 Core Values - Supporting Persons with Disabilities; Being Person Focused; Excellence In All We Do; Financial Stability for Sustained Growth & Impact; Acting With Integrity & Respect. Conduct 1:1 behavioral therapy Write well-written and objective session summary notes, behavior notes, and parent communication notes Adhere to HIPAA policies and procedures Track BCBA supervision hours and maintain RBT certification Follow the BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Code Attend mandatory monthly staff meetings Teach and model functional play according to the age level Follow intervention and treatment plans as written Always display professionalism Other duties as assigned.