Behavior Tech PRN

Job Description

Job Description

Behavior Technician PRN for Behavior Improvement Center (BIC)

Role Responsibilities

The behavior technician in the Behavior Improvement Center (BIC) program works as part of a treatment team and reports to the BIC Senior Manager. The PRN behavior technician is also supervised by the Program Support Technician and will assist in designated tasks. Work schedule is typically M-F from 1:00pm to 5:00pm as needed. However, there might be an additional opportunity to Monday mornings from 9:00 am to 12:00pm as needed. The Behavior Technician provides direct one on one and small group training using ABA procedures for individuals with a diagnosis of autism and/or an intellectual developmental disability (IDD) who display aggressive, disruptive, non-compliant, and/or self-abusive behavior. The behavior technician provides skill acquisition pertaining to self-help skills, academic skills, social skills, communication skills, vocational skills, and basic attending skills with the clients. The behavior technician conducts direct observations, collects data, and summarizes data, organizes treatment rooms, documents training progress, and implements SAMA and physical prompts. Training occurs during intense one on one and group settings, requiring high levels of energy and enthusiasm. The behavior technician might assist BCBA’s in conducting sessions. The behavior technician receives clinical supervision from the team supervisor and the behavior analysts. The behavior technician in the BIC program also assists in entering data into the billing system. The behavior technician also drives and assists in transporting clients to and from the clinic. The ability to safely transport clients is required for this position.

Salary

• $15.00/hour

Required Education and/or Certifications, Experience, Skills

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Texas Driver’s license

Preferred Education and/or Certifications, Experience, Skills

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities including Autism.
• Basic knowledge of ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis)

• Job Related Physical Requirements

• Must be able to perform SAMA and CPR. Training provided to employees once hired.
• Must be able to perform moderate to heavy lifting (15# - 45#), pushing, stooping, light carrying (15#), repeated bending, reaching above shoulder, simple grasping, hearing, walking, running, sitting, and twisting.
• Must have the ability to see, write, operate office equipment, operate a motor vehicle, and have depth perception.
• Qualified individuals must be able to perform these functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Texana Center is an Equal Opportunity Employee