What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Technician: Therapeutic Guidance for Children's Development position at Autism Connections?
We are seeking a Behavior Technician to join our team in San Luis Obispo!
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Make a positive and unforgettable impact on the lives of children with autism!
Developmental Specialty Partners is looking for driven individuals who love to work with kids, make a difference, be a part of a collaborative team, and want opportunities for career growth and development.
We provide comprehensive onboarding, training, and support every day from the minute you join our team, whether as a Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)!
Offer training and technical support for parents in the areas of developmental disability services and behavioral support. You will act as a resource to families by supporting the development of each child’s social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical skills through guidance, observation, modeling and training.
In this role, you will:
- Receive specialized training to deliver transformative care to children with diverse developmental conditions
- Provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to clients in a center-based or home-based setting (paid training provided)
- Teach children with autism, communication, social, and self-help skills in an individual or small group setting
- Collect data to monitor the progress of the children we support
- Provide regular written and verbal progress on treatment goals
- Adhere to all policies and procedures, including, but not limited to, confidentiality and mandated reporting standards
- Communicate clearly and effectively – both orally and written – with clients, families, and colleagues
- Attend meetings and trainings to acquire further knowledge
- Receive daily guidance and mentorship from a team of experts including Pediatric Psychiatrists, Speech-Language Pathologists, and Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs)
Requirements
- High school diploma (required)
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred)
- Candidate must be able to lift up to 10 pounds, sit, and run as needed.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable source of transportation, and auto insurance
- Must pass a criminal background check (Livescan DOJ & FBI)
- Current TB clearance
- Located near San Luis Obispo, CA
Our Benefits (pending part-time or full-time status):
- Paid Training
- Paid travel time in between clients
- Mileage reimbursement
- Cal Savers
- Accrued vacation time off
- Paid Holidays
- Opportunities for interdisciplinary training, growth, and clinical opportunities
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $20.00 - $27.50 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- work with children: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $28