Connections Behavior is in search of Behavior Technicians to work with children and adolescents in school-based settings in the North Schools Districts consisting of Lake Washington, Northshore, Shoreline, Issaquah, Lynnwood, Everett, Mukilteo, Kirkland, Bellevue.

Connections contracts with several school districts to provide 1:1 support to children and adolescents with emotion behavior disorders, autism, intellectual disabilities, and challenging behaviors. NO weekend work is required. This is an entry level position where you will receive paid training to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).

This is a great position for those interested in autism, psychology, sociology, social work, counseling, mental health, para education, and teaching to expand their careers and learn about the field of ABA. Come help us make a difference in a student’s life!

RBT's are responsible for going to the student’s school to deliver 1:1 instruction and support by following behavior plans created by a BCBA. Behavior plans may include procedures on how to arrange the environment to prevent challenging behaviors, instructions for how to teach the student to communicate needs more appropriately, and procedures for how to respond to unsafe behaviors. All behavior plans are based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. We provide comprehensive initial and ongoing training, and you will be provided with multiple weekly opportunities to collaborate with an experienced BCBA.

Job Responsibilities:

Work 1:1 with children and adolescents with developmental disabilities and/or emotional behavior disorders

Follow behavior plans and acquisition plans created by a BCBA

Take data on all target behaviors

Attend team meetings

Debrief with parents daily

Write daily session notes

Collaborate with BCBA during observations

Daily set up and clean up

Benefits:

Competitive Pay

Yearly raises

Paid training

Opportunities for advancement

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance if working an average of 30+ hours per week

Paid Time Off

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be at least 18

Bachelor's degree preferred but not required (Psychology, Education, Sociology, Social Work)

Experience working with children and/or people with disabilities

Strong desire to work with students with special needs

A strong desire to work in a dynamic team and advance their knowledge and skills in Applied Behavior Analysis

Additional Requirements:

Ability to pass criminal background clearance

CPR certified (within 60 days)

HIV certified (within 60 days)

TB test (within 60 days)

Training Opportunities include:

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Credential

Board Certified assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) coaching and supervision

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) supervision and guidance