Behavior Technician

Position : Behavior Technician

Location : Las Cruces, NM

Reports to : Direct Clinical Supervisor (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)

Pay : $17-$20 DOE

Minimum Availability Requirement : Providers must be available at least four afternoons per week between the hours of 3-7 pm MT and preference is given to staff that are available to work with clients MWF or M-Th or Tues-Fri on a set schedule after school.

Company Description

Behavior Change Institute is a nationally recognized service agency specializing in providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for individuals diagnosed with autism and their families. We are looking for motivated professionals who share in our commitment to improving the well-being of others!

Job Description

Behavior Interventionists provide 1 : 1 behavioral intervention to individuals diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. We provide direct services to both children and adults in a variety of settings including private homes, schools, clinics and community settings.

Interventionists implement behavioral strategies to improve socially significant behaviors and quality of life. This includes implementation of a treatment plan developed by a BCBA addressing  communication, challenging behavior, daily living, safety and social skills. The Behavior interventionist is responsible for monitoring patient progress by completing daily data collection and clinical documentation.

Essential Duties Include The Following :

• Communicate BCI’s philosophy of positive behavioral practice, compassion and respect
• Follow all policies and protocols set forth in the BCI employee handbook
• Collect daily data as prescribed by your supervisor (BCBA)
• Complete clinical documentation to communicate with team members and insurance funders about progress on goals and any barriers
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records and documentation
• Implement the strategies outlined in the patient’s behavior intervention plan
• Timely communication with your supervisor about the child you are working with, especially if there are any concerns
• Direct the child’s caregivers and circle of support to your supervisor (BCBA) for any questions pertaining to the child’s goals being addressed, progress being made, strategies to employ
• Maintain professional boundaries with the child, family and circle of support per the BACB Professional and ethical Code of Conduct
• All other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Physical Requirements

Part-time Benefits

Mandatory Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Training & Registration Process. Information on the RBT credential can be found at www.bacb.com

Candidates selected for employment must complete a pre-employment training program (6 weeks) to help them obtain their RBT credential needed to work in this position, unless candidates already have their RBT credential.

The pre-employment training is comprised of :

After hire you will begin working with a client while you complete your formal skills competency checklist and take your RBT Exam within 60 days of working with clients, RBT exam is provided at Pearson Professional Testing Center near you.

Behavior Change Institute is an approved RBT training center

Go to behaviorchangeinstitute.com or call / text Kristy at (575)415-4824 to learn more

Information on the RBT credential can be found at www.bacb.com

Behavior Change Institute is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

Salary : $17 - $20