Behavior Technician, Lexington

Job Summary

Under the direction of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), the Behavior Technician (BT) and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) provides clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to children with autism and related developmental disabilities in the home, clinic, community, and school settings.

Duties and Responsibilities

Work 1:1 with patients in the home, school, clinic and community settings
Consistently implement treatment plans with fidelity (under BCBAs direction) and prepare program materials; treatment protocols that include a wide variety of domains such as toilet training, communication, social, and adaptive living skills
Collect and maintain accurate data and clinical notes utilizing data collection software
Review and implement consultation/supervision note recommendations
Participate in on-going training, evaluations and meetings, as required
Assist with parent training and clinical assessments, as needed
Communicate effectively with the BCBA regarding learners progress
Communicate appropriately and effectively with colleagues and families, as needed
Track supervision hours and annually renew the RBT certification as mandated by the regulatory body in order to maintain the certification
Work ethically and with integrity while following the BACB Ethical Code
Understand and adhere to HIPAA policies
Adhere to time and attendance policies and maintain a record, in good standing, of regular and reliable attendance and punctuality, in order to provide quality and consistent patient care
Adhere to Cultivate Management Corp policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High School Diploma (relevant college degree and coursework is preferred)
Desire to work with children, experience with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder is preferred
Commitment to become certified and maintain the certification as an RBT
Availability to work at least 15 hours weekly, including some flexibility regarding schedule changes required to accommodate patient needs
Must have reliable transportation for sessions at patients' homes and schools, and possess a clean driving record and proof of automobile insurance