Behavior Technician
Full time
Kirksville, MO
Adair County
The Center for Human Services (CHS) has provided exceptional opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1955. Currently, CHS provides programs and services to assist individuals with disabilities, low income, at-risk children, and their families to meet their goals, and experience their best lives while living, working, playing, and becoming a part of their communities. As an organization, we are leaders in excellence, we have a steadfast commitment to solutions, we respect all differences, abilities, and similarities in our employees and clients, and we advocate autonomy!
POSITION SUMMARY
The Behavior Technician, under direct supervision, implements therapy to support individuals in service needing applied behavioral and related supports to improve their daily functioning and independence. This position utilizes ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) techniques such as positive reinforcement, shaping, prompt fading and task analysis to create individualized plans for clients, families, and teams to implement. Additionally, they are responsible for documenting daily notes and reporting to the BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) on updates in behavior as needed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following essential duties and responsibilities apply to staff members holding the position of a Behavior Technician under the supervision of the BCBA.
- Specific Duties for Behavior Technician
- Upon hire, completes the 40 hours of RBT training under the supervision of the BCBA.
- Pass the RBT credentialing exam within the first 90 days of hire.
- As part of their training, staff members may perform the following duties and responsibilities:
- Behavior Technicians might provide one on one treatment to individuals in need of applied behavior analytic therapy in any and all locations deemed necessary to support the individual in services.
- Implement and maintain feedback provided by the treating BCBA.
- Implement goals under the supervision of a BCBA.
- Provide adequate feedback regarding the progress of the client to the supervisor.
- Develop professional relationships with caregivers, providing adequate feedback regarding client progress.
- Facilitate teaching of communication, self-help skills, social skills, and many other targeted goals.
- Keep and track accurate data collection according to the treatment plan over goal progress.
- Adheres to the ethical standards of the BACB and Center for Human Services.
- Observes confidentiality and HIPAA standards.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to complete the essential duties and responsibilities of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Safety responsibilities
- Language skills
- Mathematical skills
- Computer skills
- Reasoning abilities
- Performance responsibilities
COMPETENCIES
- Accountability for others
- Accurate Listening
- Conceptual thinking
- Constructive Criticism
- Developing others
- Gaining commitment
- Handling stress
- Leading others
- Monitoring others
- Personal accountability
- Proactive thinking
- Relating to others
- Realistic goal setting for others
- Respect for policies
- Results orientation
- Role awareness
- Self-confidence
- Surrendering control
- Theoretical problem-solving
- Understanding motivational needs
QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE
- 18 years of age or older
- At least 6 months experience in the developmental disabilities field, in a training/teacher role, or similar work related to behavioral supports or individual development
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Able to pass a background check
- BT-Credentialed through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) within the first 90 days of hire, to become an RBT
- Must complete training as stated by CHS policy HRD-P-022 - Training.
- Must obtain Class E driver’s license within 30 days of starting
- Must provide proof of personal valid vehicle insurance
SHIFT: FT (35 hrs/week) Mon-Fri: 8am-4pm
BENEFITS: CHS offers best-in-industry benefits. Click here to view our Benefits guide for more details
EEO STATEMENT
Center for Human Services/Chariton Valley Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This statement applies throughout the life cycle of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at 660-826-4400 or 660-665-1111 ask for HR.