Behavior Technician, School Based - Tucson, AZ (BCS Tucson)
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- Top-level compensation packages
- Exceptional health, dental, and disability benefits
- Career and compensation advancement programs
- Student loan forgiveness programs
- 401k company match
- Bilingual pay differential
- Holiday, PTO and employer paid life insurance
- Clinical licensure supervision and reimbursement
- Evidence-based treatment approaches, training, and supervision
- One of the first fully vaccinated COVID-19 workplaces in Arizona
Intermountain Centers and its statewide affiliates, Community Partners Integrated Healthcare, Pinal Hispanic Council, Intermountain Health Center, Intermountain Foster Care, Behavioral Consultation Services and MHRI Housing are currently recruiting career-minded individuals interested in opportunities within the largest adult and child service continuum in Arizona.
General Summary: The Behavior Technician is primarily responsible for the direct implementation of behavior-analytic services. In conjunction with the BCBA Supervisor, the Program Director will determine which tasks a Behavior Technician may perform as a function of his or her training, experience, and competence.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides direct behavioral services to clients in individual and group sessions.
- Runs skill acquisition programs with clients using Applied Behavior Analysis. Uses contingencies of reinforcement and implements specific procedures for skill acquisition.
- Works with Board Certified Behavior Analysts to implement individualized treatment plans.
- Conducts preference assessments and assists with functional assessment procedures.
- Reports variables that might affect the client (e.g., illness, relocation, medication).
- Generates objective session notes by describing what occurred during sessions and submits notes in a timely manner.
- Implements continuous/discontinuous measurement procedures and permanent product recording procedures.
- Collects data and analyzes graphs and reports client progress to supervisor.
- Implements behavior reduction interventions and procedures. Identifies the essential components of a written behavior reduction plan.
- Complies with applicable legal, regulatory and workplace reporting requirements (e.g., mandatory abuse and neglect reporting).
- Communicates effectively with members, families, supervisor and other stakeholders.
- Briefs families and caregivers regarding client needs and progress (e.g., providing verbal summary of sessions, confirming pick up/drop-off times, requesting hygiene supplies).
- Maintains professional boundaries with members, families and other stakeholders.
- Maintains an approved schedule, acceptable level of attendance, and accurate timesheet
- Works as a member of a team serving members and families.
- Attends individual and group meetings as scheduled.
- Maintains cleanliness of, and follows disinfection protocols for, the outpatient site.
- This position requires the ability and mobility to perform physical de-escalation techniques as necessary, and to take and pass a physical de-escalation exam. This includes the ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist: to lift, carry, push, and/or pull a moderate amount of weight.
- Performs other duties as assigned or necessary as they relate to the general nature of position.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education – HS/GED required.
- Experience - One year verified experience volunteering or working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or related disabilities.
- Certification – Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification required (within 90 days from beginning the training curriculum).
REGULATORY:
- Minimum 21 years of age.
- Arizona Driver’s License, 39-month Motor Vehicle Report and proof of vehicle registration and liability insurance that meets insurance requirements, if required.
- Must possess and maintain Level 1 fingerprint clearance throughout employment.
- CPR and First Aid certification if required (Employer provides).
- Initial current negative TB test result, if required (Employer provides).
Questions about this position? Contact us at HR@ichd.net.
ICHD is an equal opportunity employer. ICHD does not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, race, sex, gender, religion, national origin, creed, tribal affiliation, ancestry, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, socio-economic status, claims experience, medical history, physical or intellectual disability, ability to pay, source of payment, mental illness, and/or cultural and linguistic needs, as well as any other class protected by law.
Other details
- Pay Type Hourly
- Tucson, AZ, USA