Behavior Technician

Behavior Technician: Provides behavioral intervention based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis to support skill development and/or reduction of problematic behaviors under the supervision of a BCBA.

Clinical Responsibility:

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Establishes and maintains therapeutic relationship with client, caregiver and other family members through rapport building
• Follows treatment plan goals and interventions under the supervision of a Behavior Analyst:
  • Provides prompting of safe and socially acceptable behaviors with a goal of fading prompts to meet independence
  • Provides access to or limits/removes reinforcers per the behavior plan
  • Collaborates with treatment team to provide effective treatment without disruption to the environment
  • Engages in caregiver training and informs those involved in treatment about the behavior-analytic program, strategies and role of the BT performing within the scope of the BT role
• Collects accurate data per program specifications including: A-B-C, frequent, duration, interval, latency, count, event and inter-response time. Data is collected on provider-specific data sheets during session times.
• Effectively and appropriately communicates with all involved in treatment regarding questions, concerns, scheduling and other topics relating to ongoing treatment sessions

Administrative Responsibility: 

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

● Upholds all Elba Behavior Solutions’ standards, policies and procedures

● Operates as a mandated reporter; maintaining awareness of signs or reports of suspected abuse or neglect and reporting to the appropriate state reporting line

● Maintains clearances, credentials, and certifications as requested by Elba Behavior Solutions and servicing providers

● Maintains Registered Behavior Technician credential through the BACB©️

● Ability to physically stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, bend and squat while exerting 5-10 lbs constantly, 25 lbs frequently and up to 100 lbs occasionally

● Travels up to 30 minutes for client services and maintains reliable transportation

● Provides services to families in the late afternoon/evening (2-5 evenings per week, Monday through Friday, between 3:30 pm and 7:00pm)

Requirements:

• High school diploma 
• 12 + months of relevant experience
• Ability to pass federal and state background checks
• High degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent customer service skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within teams
• Great conflict resolution and interpersonal skills
• Organizational/time management/prioritization skills
• Proficient technical/computer skills
• Experience in or understanding of Behavior Analysis or related field preferred
• Ability to maintain confidential information, i.e. handle sensitive case files and follow HIPAA/FERPA regulations
• Experience with PA insurance provider requirements preferred OR willingness to learn

*Elba Behavior Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race/color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, medical history, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.