Job SummaryThe Behavior Technician (ABA) works under the supervision of the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in the client's home, school, clinic and/or community setting. Behavior Technicians (ABA) are responsible for the direct implementation of skill-acquisition programs and behavior intervention plans developed by the BCBA. The Behavior Technician (ABA) will record data during sessions and may assist the BCBA in conducting certain types of assessments (e.g. preference assessments).
Collaborative ABA Services, LLC is growing and looking for reliable and motivated Behavior Technicians to staff cases in the Hartford, Windsor, East Hampton, Meriden, and Middletown areas. The location of services may include the child's home, school, or clinic settings. Work hours would be between 9am-8pm Monday-Friday, depending on the Behavior Technician's assigned caseload and availability. Weekends are also available at the discretion of the family and Behavior Technician. The new Behavior Technicians would be provided the opportunity to join our team part-time or full-time to work with children primarily diagnosed with Autism (ages 3-18) and their families.
Job Duties
Implement 1:1 individualized behavioral services to children (ages 3-18) using Applied Behavior Analysis as directed by Behavior Analyst.
Document child's behaviors and skill progress using electronic data collection software.
Participate in trainings to promote professional development and quality ABA services to clients.
Communicate with supervisory staff
Maintain respect and confidentiality of clients
Maintain and protect the well-being of clients during treatment sessions
Ongoing BCBA Supervision provided
Job Qualifications
Education: Associates or Bachelors Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Social Work, Speech and Language, Child Development, Special Education or related fields preferred.
Experience: Previous experience working with children/adolescents with special needs including Autism using ABA focused interventions is preferred.
RBT Certification is preferred but not required. Company will provide RBT Training.
Availability to work daytime and/or after school hours based on the needs of family and child's schedule.
Must be willing to travel to client's homes in Middlesex, Hartford, and/or Tolland Counties.
Must have reliable transportation and insurance.
Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Ability to multi-task and remain actively engaged with client during session
Ability to work collaboratively as a team member and independently
Ability to accurately record data
Receptive to learning and feedback
Ability to work with special-needs children
Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis
Benefits
Competitive Pay
Pay rate increase with RBT certification
Semi-Monthly Pay Schedule
Flexible Schedule
RBT and BCBA Supervision
Employee Discount Program
Professional Growth
Paid Time Off
Retirement Benefits (401K)
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance for eligible staff
College Tuition Discount Program
Physical Demands
Must be able to perform a variety of postures and motor movements which may include the ability to stoop, stand, reach, lift , pull, walk, push, grasp, hear, talk, see and use repetitive motions.
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds in working with children with special needs and behavior difficulties.
Must be able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods of time.
Must have visual acuity to read and comprehend written or typed communication.
Must be physically present at assigned job location in home, school, and community settings.