What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Behavior Technician position at League School of Greater Boston Inc?
We are currently seeking a full-time BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN for our residential program in Walpole. Work schedule will be Sunday-Thursday; hours on two days are 2pm-10pm, and two days 12pm-8pm, and the one weekend day will be flexible, either 8am-4pm or 12pm-8pm. Hourly pay is $24.30 - $25.85 depending on experience and degree status.
Position Requirements:
- Associate’s degree in related field preferred
- At least 1 year of experience with autistic population and behavior intervention
- Safety Care, CPR and First Aid certifications (training provided if necessary)
- Valid Driver’s License
- Must pass CORI background check.
Supervision Received: Residential Director
Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
- Performs in a professional manner at all times in all aspects of work.
- Staffs classrooms as needed, either in the role of assistant teacher or 1:1.
- Serves as a model for staff in Safety-Care techniques and treating challenging behavior.
- Demonstrates fluency in students’ support plans of students within his/her assigned program.
- Trains school/residential staff in the implementation of students’ individual behavior programs, as assigned by Residential Managers.
- Monitors, collects and records data regarding student behavior programs on a regular basis.
- Provides necessary behavior intervention for students throughout the residence and in the community. Implements student behavior programs: positive reinforcement, breaks, time outs, etc., as appropriate for each individual student in the residential setting.
- Develops a therapeutic and effective relationship with students: tailors interventions to individuals, uses appropriate voice modulation, sets reasonable boundaries with communication and actions, etc.
- Assists staff in completing Incident Reports, Accident Reports, Restraint Reports, etc., and facilitates all necessary notifications.
- Attends relevant meetings pertaining to residential students. Comes prepared, in a timely manner, to discuss issues and program development.
- Participates in all League School trainings.
- Performs other related duties, as designated by the BCBA, Residential Managers, Residential Clinician, and/or Director of Residential Education which are deemed necessary for the operations.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google mail, and the Microsoft Office suite.
Benefits:
League School offers a substantial benefit package that includes 75% employer paid health and dental, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, tuition assistance of up to $5,000 per school year, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, professional development opportunities, as well as paid sick and personal days in addition to school vacation weeks off. In addition, League assists individuals who are engaged in the licensure process to obtain their MA license not only through tuition assistance but also through mentoring and the DESE Structured Guidance and Supports process. League School also will work with staff to access available Public Service Loan Forgiveness options as well as other loan forgiveness options.
Equal Opportunity Employer
League School for Autism is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment that is free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by federal and state laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who challenge such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation
Salary : $5,000
