Behavior Technician The Behavior Technician is responsible for implementing and facilitating lessons as well as providing a safe and supportive learning environment for the clients.
Reports To: Program Manager
Program: Feed the Need (FTN)
Work Schedule: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMEmployee Classification: Hourly, non-exempt
The primary duties of the position include: Provide a safe, fun and educational environment for clients Maintain a positive and professional relationship with fellow employees, parents, clients, visitors, and volunteers Communicate and collaborate with staff as necessary and as permitted Uphold all organizational values and follow the Center's policies and procedures Create lesson plans based on core concepts Refresh lesson plans for returning group members Enter and notes for each assigned client daily Teach/Assist Cooking, Nutrition and Movement classes Lead community engagement outings
Additional responsibilities include:- Communicate with Program Manager regarding concerns and questions
- Implement behavior and treatment plan provided by Program Manager
- Maintain documentation of behaviors being targeted and individualized goals
- Organize lesson materials and maintain an orderly environment
- Maintain CPR/First aid certification
- Any other duties deemed necessary by the Program Manager
Required qualifications include:
High school diploma or higher 18 years or older Criminal background check presents no health and safety risk
Preferred qualifications include:- Experience working with individuals with IDD/ASDBehavior technician certification
- Comfort transporting clients in a 12 passenger van
- If providing transportation, have a valid driver's license and a safe driving record
Experience in a field of study related to human services (education, psychology, communication disorders, sociology, or other) and/or have experience working with autism and other related disorders.
Physical requirements of the position include, but are not limited to:
Lifting up to 50 pounds
Lifting and carrying clients with adaptive equipment
Restraining/holding/transporting and utilizing quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Intervention Plan in the course of working with clients with challenging behaviors
Hearing, seeing, and speaking constantly
Working in an indoor and outdoor setting in various weather conditions
Performing various physical activities easily, such as walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, holding, climbing, carrying, lifting, twisting, swimming, gardening, and running
Maintaining a variety of postures, such as kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling, bending over, sitting, and standing for extended periods of time
Sitting on the floor and in small chairs for extended periods of time and moving easily in this capacity
Having manual dexterity to write and perform specific computer and electronic device functions for data collection
Having visual acuity to read and comprehend written communication through computer, electronic devices, and paper means
