What are the responsibilities and job description for the Consulting Behavior Technician position at Kent County Arc J Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center?
Full-Time - This is a 10-month position, with 8 weeks off during the summer
Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation
- 3 Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Health, Dental & Vision Eligible after 1 full month of employment
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Employer Paid Life Insurance/ Voluntary Life Insurance
- Voluntary Long-term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Training Opportunities
- RBT Training
- Approved Practicum Site for Salve Regina University
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Discounts
Premier non-profit seeks a Consulting Behavior Technician for one of its vastly growing programs. Pathways Strategic Teaching Center is a year-round comprehensive education and treatment program, servicing children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and other related disorders. Founded in 1988 through a collaborative effort between the J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center and local parents of children with autism, Pathways is committed to utilizing scientifically validated teaching methodologies to improve the lives of individuals with ASD and their families. Pathways education and treatment strategies are based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Individually tailored curricula address speech and language, pre-academic and academic skills, daily living and self-care skills, play and social skills, vocational skills, and assessment and treatment of challenging behavior.
As a Consulting Behavior Technician, you will be responsible for:
- Supporting children with autism & related disorders
- Implementing behavior analysis educational and treatment programs of students in various classroom settings under the direction of the classroom Teacher and Director or designated Behavior Analyst
- Implementing students educational and behavioral programming in inclusive settings in public education or other educational environments (This requires transportation to and from such locations)
- Assisting with the implementation of student IEPs
- Collecting data within individual child measurement systems and participating in data management
- Implementing treatment plans with fidelity and managing crises using the designated crisis management system to ensure the safety of the students and staff members
- Assisting in planning and preparing the learning environment and creating/organizing daily student lesson materials
- Managing all aspects of the childs educational program, including self-care and toileting skills
- Performing other duties and job assignments as required by the Director and Behavior Analyst
Education/ Requirements:
- Minimum of Teachers Assistant Certification or associate degree required
- Bachelors degree preferred
- Experience working with children in a teaching capacity is preferred
- A minimum of two years of experience working in the field of applied behavior analysis preferred
- Must be amenable to instruction, able to follow specific directions of supervisor(s), and be receptive to feedback
- Must be able to travel to various settings where consult services are provided
- Must be capable and ready to assume leadership duties during working hours
- Good interpersonal skills are essential
- Must have basic knowledge of multiple types of technology
- Must have a valid drivers license, automobile insurance, and own vehicle to be used, as directed, to provide to provide transportation
Our mission is to promote an enhanced quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities. If you envision a career that makes a difference, join the Trudeau team today!
