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Spectrum Pride

ABA Provider bringing over 30 years experience to the Central Valley. Seeking professional, experienced individuals who are motivated to help our team grow! Positive culture, strong clinical outcomes, and responsible growth is what we desire.

Behavioral Technician (ABA Therapist)

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Behavior Technician will provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols, based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis, to children with Autism and related developmental disabilities in the home.

Essential components of this position are listed below but subject to change at the discretion of Spectrum Pride. This job description describes essential job functions, but does not provide an exhaustive list of duties that may be assigned.

RESPONSIBLITIES AND DUTIES:

• Provide direct client care utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
• Follow the prescribed behavioral 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.
• Maintain client confidentiality.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.
• Collaborate with treatment team including client, parents and caregivers, outside professionals, and co-workers.
• Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required trainings.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets accordingly.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, co-workers, supervisors, and community members.
• Ability to adhere to organizational policies and procedures and abide by code of ethics as indicated by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
• Commitment to maintain client confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA laws.
• Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to clinical skills, professional development, ethics, and technology, and training in order to perform job responsibilities to required standard.
• Ability to interpret and implement clinical protocols.
• Must maintain a professional appearance with regard to clothing, grooming, hair, and make-up.

BASIC & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to lift and carry clients with adaptive equipment.
• Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing) for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be willing and able to restrain/hold/transport and utilize quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Intervention Plan in the course of working with children with challenging behavior.
• Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device functions for data collection.
• Must be physically present at the assigned job location, which may include home and community placements.
• Must be able to receive detailed information through oral communication.
• Must have visual acuity to read and comprehend written communication through computer, electronic devices, and paper means.
• Must have reliable transportation and be willing and able to travel between different job sites.
• Must have a valid California Driver’s License & insurance in good standing.

QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE:

• Required: None
• Preferred: Experience working with children ages 0-5 providing in a classroom or 1:1 setting; experience implementing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis; Educational, Speech, Health Services experience.

EDUCATION:

• Required: High School Diploma
• Preferred: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, Speech and Hearing Services, or related field. Experience training behavior technicians is a plus

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

• Employment Supervisor: Executive Director

RELATED TRAINING:

• Responsible for completing and maintaining all required certifications and trainings once employed including, but not limited to: CPR, Fingerprinting & Background Checks, RBT trainings and other company in-services and trainings as directed by employment supervisor.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH Spectrum Pride:

• Part Time and Full Time positions available
• Competitive compensation based upon experience and opportunities for pay increases based upon performance
• Flexible work schedule

To learn more about the Behavior Technician (ABA Therapist) position & how to join please apply here.

• Be at least 18 years old.
• High School diploma.
• Reliable transportation, driver’s license, and insurance.
• Ability to lift/carry toys & materials (25–50 lbs).