Behavior Technician

Job Description

Classification : Hourly Non-Exempt

Status Full-time

Reports To : BCBA / BCaBA / Nexus Therapies Management

Summary

Responsible for providing intensive behavioral intervention services to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental delays in language, cognitive, adaptive behavior, social-emotional, self-care, fine motor, gross motor and communication development.

The behavior therapist is ultimately responsible for direct delivery of the behavioral services to the children and families, as well as accurate record-keeping of case notes and excellent communication with supervising BCABA or BCBA about the program and the progress of the behavior service plans.

The RBT maintains a weekly billable caseload of service hours as directed.

Essential Functions

• Provide direct therapy in individual and group sessions.
• Complete weekly program writing and maintain client's program book.
• Work with the Clinical Team and implement individualized goals and checklists.
• Implement individualized treatment plans as written and directed by a Clinical Manager.
• Graph data as instructed - may only apply if the electronic data collection system is offline.
• Maintain respect and confidentiality for all clients.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications;

establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.

• Maintain and protect the well-being of all clients.
• Avoids legal challenges by keeping client information confidential.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to meet California’s driving requirements
• Dependable means of transportation

Additional Functions :

Actively communicates the Nexus Therapies' outreach efforts to community

Adheres to the mission, vision, and values of Nexus Therapies (very important)

Requirements

Required Education and Experience :

• High School Degree
• An associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in the areas of applied behavior analysis, marriage and family therapy, child development, special education, psychology, or related field.
• RBT Certification.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of DTT, PECS, PRT, and other ABA strategies.

Work Environment & Physical Demands :

• Ability to stand and circulate for extended periods of time.
• Ability to see for purposes of reading laws and codes, rules and policies, and other printed matter and observing students.
• Ability to hear and understand speech at normal speech levels, in the English language.
• Ability to communicate so others will be able to understand normal conversation clearly.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Adapt to manage moderate to high-stress levels.
• Work fluctuates between a clinical, office, and home environment.
• Climate is normal; occasional adverse weather conditions.
• Regular contact with parents, community members, and outside agency personnel.
• Hazards : Incumbents may be exposed to contact with individuals displaying physically aggressive, self-abusive, or socially undesirable behavior.
• Ability and willingness to travel between client locations for appointments as assigned in a punctual manner.
• Successfully pass an FBI and DOJ background check

Reliable transportation is required

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is a part-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, with some weekends as needed; hours will fluctuate based on workload and client schedule.

Occasional weekend work will be required based on client needs.

Monday - Friday hours available 12 pm to 8 pm.

Saturday - 10 am to 6 pm

Benefits

• Health
• 401K
• Mileage reimbursement & paid drive time
• Phone stipend
• Sick pay
• National Holidays
• Laptop or iPad
• Continuing Education Units (CEU)
• Training
• Some benefits apply to full-time positions.

Part-time positions may become full-time if the candidate is interested and based on client availability.

Requirements

Develop and oversee individualized client programs, ensuring they align with assessment data and documented goals. Conduct comprehensive behavioral evaluations, crafting tailored support plans.

Regularly monitor client progress, updating goals, and adjusting interventions as necessary. Supervise and evaluate team performance, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and skill development.

Maintain active communication with the Clinical Director, promptly addressing any issues that impact client satisfaction or progress.