Early Intervention Behavior Technician (ABA)
Position overview
The early intervention Behavior Technician provides one on one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to the children ages 2-12 diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. Behavior technicians work directly with clients in the clinic, school and community settings under supervision of a Board Citified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Essential Responsibilities
- Implement individualized treatment plans by a BCBA.
- Provide 1 on 1 ABA therapy to children ages 2-12
- Teach and reinforce communication, social, play, emotional regulation, and daily living skills.
- Support clients in learning positive and functional ways to communicate their wants, needs and feelings.
- Assist children with following directions, transitioning between activities and participating appropriately in various environments.
- Collect and record accurate data on behaviors, skill acquisition and treatment goals during each session.
- Monitor clients progress and communicate observations to supervising clinicians
- Maintain a positive, engaging and supportive learning environment.
- Collaborate with families and clinical staff to promote consistency across home, school, and clinic settings
- Follow all company policies, ethical guidelines and confidentiality requirements
Work Environment
Behavior technicians may provide services in multiple settings on site (in clinic and classroom) depending on assigned clients needs and skill set.
Clinic- Based Services
- Work directly with clients in a structured clinical environment.
- Implement individualized therapy programs and skill building activities
- Participate in team collaboration and supervision meetings
Classroom -Based Services
- Support students within the classroom environments
- Assist clients with participation in academic and social settings
- Collaborate with teachers and school staff to promote success in the educational setting.
Skills Taught Through ABA Therapy
Behavior Technicians help children develop skills that support independence and everyday success including:
- Communication skills
- Social interaction skills
- Play and leisure skills
- Following directions
- Emotional regulation and coping skills
- Daily living and self help skills
- Classroom readiness skills
- Functional communication and appropriate behavior replacement skills
Qualifications
- Experience working with children preferred
- Ability to remain patient, energetic, and professional in a fast paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow treatment plans and receive feedback from supervisors.
- Reliable transportation and punctual attendance
- Willingness to complete 40 hour required training
Physical Requirements
- Ability to actively engage with young children throughout the workday
- Ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, and move quickly as needed.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds when necessary.
- Ability to respond safely to challenging behaviors while following company training and procedures
