Join Chimes - and go further to help others go far! Chimes is a not-for-profit organization that assists people with intellectual and behavioral challenges to achieve their fullest potential.
Our vast array of services - educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health - are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve - those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions.
Program : Intensive Behavioral Health Services
Location : Easton, PA
Schedule : Full-Time
Pay Rate : $18-20 / hour
Short / General Description / Summary :
- We provide on-site ABA training for this position, taking place during your orientation period
- It is the responsibility of the Behavioral Health Technician (BHT-ABA) to provide one-to-one behavioral intervention services to teach communication and social skills and reduce maladaptive behaviors in the home, community, and / or school setting. BHT-ABAs will utilize interventions developed from the science of Applied Behavior Analysis.
Job Function(s) :
Possess knowledge of and the ability to follow agency policies and procedures to carry out the care and treatment of clients and the supervision of other staffImplement clinical service delivery goals consistent with overall agency goals and policy / proceduresUse Word, Excel, UltiPro Time & Attendance, Electronic Health Record, and Outlook effectivelyReport to direct supervisor, and other administrative staff as required, in a timely and comprehensive mannerComplete all training requirements as dictated by the state before working alone with clientsComplete all required periodic training as dictated by the state during the first six months and annually thereafterComplete all personally required training as per the Professional Development PlanSubmit to Human Resources, promptly, copies of all required documentation regarding degrees, licenses, certifications, clearances, and formal trainingPossess knowledge of all laws, regulations, contractual requirements, and agency policies and procedures governing the services performedProvide services as defined by the program description, and best practice standards and in full compliance with licensure standardsFollow the treatment plan goals and interventions utilizing sound judgment, including the use of positive reinforcementPossess knowledge of the standards and ethical principles of the best practice of behavioral healthcare relevant to the programProvide quality mobile services in line with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) standardsMaintain quality documentation of clinical ABA service deliveryEstablish and maintain professional relationships with consumers, their families, payers, community support service representatives, co-workers, and other agenciesEstablish and maintain therapeutic relationships by pairing the self as a reinforcing entity and building the value of social interaction between the client and the BHT-ABAEducate all those involved about the role of ABA-based interventions and functions within the boundaries of the BHT-ABA roleWork within a group to develop internal systems to improve or ensure quality servicesPrompt safe and socially acceptable replacement behaviors in order to build a repertoire of communication, social interaction, and problem-solving skillsCollaborate with family and treatment team members to provide treatment effectively and without the disruption to the environmentProvide all authorized client services and provide supporting documentation for re-authorizations, as necessary, in a timely mannerSubmit accurate and timely payroll and billing documentationImplement effective clinical interventions for children and their families, based on Applied Behavior Analysis directed by the Behavior Analyst Certification BoardUnderstand child development, psychopathology, and interventionsImplement interventions effectively based on the treatment plan and behavior management plan as developed by the Behavior Consultant and / or Board-Certified Behavior AnalystProvide crisis intervention to clients, when indicated, to stabilize acute crisesIncreases the frequency or duration of safe and appropriate replacement behaviors by providing access to known reinforcersCommunicate effectively, both orally and in writingComplete accurate and timely clinical documentation, including but not limited to progress notesAccurately collect behavior data, including but not limited to ABC data and frequency dataMonitor service effectiveness and make modifications to services based on supervisory and / or consultative feedbackParticipate in all required individual and peer supervision as per BACB, as well as all applicable program staff meetingsData entry and preparation of clinical chartsPerform other duties as assignedMinimum Requirements :
Education and / or Experience :
Have a certification as a BCaBAHave a certification as an RBTHave a behavior analysis certification from an organization that is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies or the American National Standards InstituteWhat's in it for you?
Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >
30 hours / week) :
Competitive PayMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceTuition Reimbursement optionsFlexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)Life InsuranceDisability InsurancePaid Time Off403(b) with Employer MatchEmployee Recognition ProgramsEmployee Referral Bonus opportunitiesDiscounts through "Tickets at Work"Discounts on Verizon mobile serviceAnd More!Want to learn more?
To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at : https : / / chimes.org / Careers.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Salary : $18 - $20
