What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Technician -Owosso position at Gateway Pediatric Therapy?
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Overview:
Gateway Pediatric Therapy
Overview:
Responsible for working with individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, and mental health disorders in a 1:1 setting following ABA methods and procedures and to facilitate peer interactions when appropriate. This can include, but is not limited to:
Responsibilities:
- Organize and maintain instructional area throughout the session and at the conclusion of the session
- Prepare and keep binder, stimuli, and needed materials accessible and organized
- Dress appropriately and arrive on time for work with ample time to prepare for session
- Complete all tasks assigned that are associated with the completion of a session
- Receive 1:1 and group supervision from supervisors through direct observation
- Attend team meetings and scheduled trainings
- Communicate self in a professional and positive manner with coworkers and parents
- Respond to all internal communication (e-mail, phone call, etc.) within 24 hours
- Practice universal precaution to protect against the transmission of communicable diseases
- Maintain appropriate level of communication with parents about all aspects of therapy
- Deliver instruction following procedures learned from initial and ongoing training sessions and based on feedback given from supervisory staff
- Collect, record, and analyze data accurately following Gateway Pediatric Therapy’s procedures
- Respond to client’s behavior following procedures learned from initial and ongoing training session and based on feedback given by supervisory staff
- Complete necessary training and demonstrate accurate implementation and reporting on client specific plans, such as behavior plans and client-specific emergency procedures as outlined within internal documentation and/or the IPOS/behavioral plan of care
- Perform and maintain certification in basic first aid procedures
- Complete and submit all progress notes by the completion of the scheduled therapy session
- Identify when interventions are needed for specific clients and programs and communicate in a timely manner to monitoring BCBA or supervisor
- Implement Crisis Prevention Institute procedures as required when presented with maladaptive or undesired behaviors
- Reports directly to the monitoring BCBA for client needs and implementation of programs. Reports directly to Clinical Managers for administrative needs or issues
- Maintain client privacy in accordance with all HIPAA regulations and with Gateway policies and procedures manual
- Must be able to communicate expressively and receptively both verbally and in writing
- Must be able to sit in a child size chair or on the floor; switch from standing to sitting quickly; walk, jog, or run quickly in the event of client elopement; assume and maintain a variety of postures including but not limited to, standing, sitting, kneeling, or squatting
- This position requires the following physical activities: bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, visual acuity, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs
- Must be 18 years if age or older
- Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED
- Must have a valid Driver License and reliable vehicle
Salary : $17
