Behavior Technician

Company: Sunrise ABA
Location: Novato
Posted on: May 6, 2022

Job Description:

Come work for SunRise ABA! Our core purpose is to help our clients achieve their full potential through the effects of hands-on and efficient training using empirically-based methods.Job Duties:

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  Must be bilingual in English and Spanish
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  Provide direct behavioral services to clients in individual and group sessions
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  Run skill acquisition programs with clients using Applied Behavior Analysis and Verbal Behavior Analysis
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  Work with Board Certified Behavior Analysts and/or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts to implement individualized treatment plans
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  Collect data and graph data as instructed using central reach
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  Maintain respect and confidentiality for all clients
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  Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending Behavior Technician trainings
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  Assess situations and make proper judgments
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  Understand behavioral situations and react accordingly in an ethical manner
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  Objectively analyze crisis situations
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  Respond quickly to emergency situations
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  Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with a diverse group of clients, parents/caregivers, school personnel, and other agency staff
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  Use a computer and behavioral software to prepare documents and maintain client records
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  Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines
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  Follow guidance from senior level staff to enhance own professional development
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  Supervise clients during treatment sessions
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  Maintain and protect the well-being of all clients during treatment sessions and when emergency crisis situations arise
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  Other job duties as assigned by the BCBA or other administrator
  Additional Skills:
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    Appropriate behavioral intervention strategies
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    Learning theories and instructional methods
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      Ethics, laws, and regulations of acceptable behavior interventions
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      Developmental processes of children, adolescents, and adults
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      Interpersonal skills needed to manage crisis situations
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      Technology, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
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      Correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling
      Bilingual applicants strongly encouraged to applyAgency Provided Job Training:
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        Attend and successfully complete the following prior to beginning job (Failure to successfully complete these trainings can jeopardize the ability to be employed at the agency):
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          New staff orientation and New Hire Training
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          (Crisis Intervention Training) program course offered by the agency and renew certification annually
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          First Aid/CPR/AED training provided by the agency and renew certifications as needed
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          Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) Training
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          HIPAA and Mandated Reporter Training
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          Use of data collection and portfolio apps, such as Central Reach
          A 40-hour training by our agency on Applied Behavior Analysis that is based upon the Behavior Analyst Certification Board's Registered Behavioral Technician Task List, successfully complete the Registered Behavioral Technician Competency Assessment, and pass the RBT examination to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).Minimum Qualifications:
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            High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's Degree or some college Preferred
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            Experience working with children preferred
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            Must be at least 18 years of age
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              Additional certification as a special education teacher, school social worker, or school psychologist in the state of California
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              A minimum of 6 months to 1 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and/or adults with special needs
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              Successful completion of fingerprinting, criminal history background check, and drug testing
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              Ability to lift a minimum of 25
              Hours:Full-time: 25-30 hours per weekPart-time: 10-15 hours per week

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