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Centria Autism · 2 hours ago

Center-Based Behavior Technician

Tempe, Arizona, United States

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$18/hr - $24/hr

Centria Autism is seeking exceptional Behavior Technicians to join their Life Skills Autism Academy. The role involves providing ABA therapy to children on the Autism Spectrum, focusing on developing critical skills under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.

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Responsibilities

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

Follow the prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols as outlined in client’s individualized treatment plan built by BCBA/BC

Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior

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

Ensure documentation is completed on time and following established procedures

Effectively communicate with parents and caregivers regarding client progress as instructed by BCBA/BC

Utilize safe and appropriate procedures when working with clients and appropriately report all critical incidents and safety concerns

Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment

Assist BCBA/BC in preparation of client materials, behavior reduction assessments, and skills acquisition

Qualification

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)CPRFirst Aid certificationData recording skillsPatienceCultural competencyEmotional controlCommunication skillsAttention to detailFlexibility

Required

Must hold and maintain current certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) as issued by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) or be willing to complete a 40-hour ABA training course and sit for their RBT exam within 45 days of employment

If extended an offer, must be willing to participate in the company's background check process

Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required

Must have reliable transportation and in some cases, proof of driver's license and valid car insurance

Need to be at least 18 years of age

Willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certification along with a TB test if you had not had one in the past year

Must be able to physically perform this job, including getting down on the floor and standing up many times, lifting up to 50lbs and the ability to run/move quickly if required to do so for the interaction with and safety and protection of the children with whom you work

Need to be very reliable and able to show up for each scheduled therapy appointment

Must always be professional in terms of both presentation and conduct

Need to have patience to help keep our clients on task

Able to maintain emotional control even if a client's acting out physically or verbally

A positive attitude and drive to help a child acquire new skills is a must

Strong attention to detail with ability to do repetitive things in a precise manner

Ability to follow and carry out detailed instructions

Strong understanding of technology to be able to record data on a mobile device and navigate digital applications

Good written and verbal communication skills

Strong cultural competency with ability to remain flexible and open minded

Preferred

Experience working as a: Behavioral Technician, Working in some capacity with children with autism or other learning disabilities, Teacher's Aid, Tutor, CNA, Caregiver or Home Health Aide