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Constellation Health Services · 3 months ago

Behavior Technician - After School Hours

ORANGE, CT, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$20/hr - $28/hr

1+ years exp

Constellation Health Services is seeking a Behavior Technician to provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based on Applied Behavior Analysis principles. The role involves working with children with Autism and related developmental disabilities, collecting data, and assisting with parent training under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst.

Health Care

Responsibilities

Plans and implements intervention strategies using direct therapy, monitoring and consultation under the supervision of a BCBA

Teaches targeted behaviors using specialized techniques that may include reward systems, incidental teaching and pivotal response training

Records and tracks data from training sessions

Reinforces positive behavior with children on caseload

Communicates effectively (orally and in writing) with administrators, parents and community members

Provides accurate documentation of intervention, goals and objectives

Facilitates transition among agencies, programs, and professionals as service provision changes (early intervention to pre-school, pre-school to school etc.)

Identifies emergency situations and determines appropriate action to ensure child safety

Provide direct client care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements

Follow the prescribed behavior skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols

Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior

Assist with parent and caregiver training in line with client’s individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols

Effectively communicate with parents and caregivers regarding client progress as instructed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst

Will perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Applied Behavior AnalysisBehavior managementRegistered Behavior TechnicianCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsDirect client careData collectionParent training

Required

A bachelor's degree in a human services field from an accredited university AND one year of direct relevant experience working with youth and families who require behavior management to address mental health needs

An associate's degree (60 college credits) AND a minimum of two years of direct relevant experience working with youth and families who require behavior management to address mental health needs

Strong organization and communication skills are required