Registered Behavior Technician

Behavior Support TechnicianOur Victory Learning Center Program is expanding, and new classrooms will be opening in 2026! Be a part of our growth—join our team and help us make a difference!Our Victory Learning Center Programs offers specialized educational services for students who are diagnosed with Autism or a Cognitive Disability paired with a mental health diagnosis. There are two separate sites conveniently located in Lackawanna, NY, with a third site opening in September 2026! Our schools service students ages 5-21, who are residentially placed or are referred through their local school district's Committee on Special Education.Benefits:Paid school breaks (approximately 7 weeks!)Paid holidaysAdditional paid time off (PTO)Health, dental (free insurance options!) & vision insurance optionsPaid employer sponsored life insuranceSupplemental insurance programs for additional life insurance, short-term disability, accident & cancer insuranceUp to $600 savings every year for completing biometric health screenings on a single health insurance plan & up to $1,200 if a spouse completes too!Perks:Small class sizes (6 students, 1 teacher and 3 behavior support technicians per classroom)Casual dress codeOLV tuition reimbursement up to $7,200Qualifying non-for-profit for federal student loan forgiveness programTake advantage of our dental & outpatient mental health services while workingUp to $180 annual gym reimbursementEmployee referral programAdditional information:Employment status: Full timeSchedule: Monday-Friday 7:30a-3:30pHourly rate: Based on relevant years of experience0-3 years of experience: $21.00/hour - $23.00/hour3+ years of experience: $23.00/hour - $28.80/hourJob summary: The intensive treatment program (ITP) will include working with adolescents, typically 12 – 21 years old that are diagnosed on the autism spectrum with mental health concerns and developmental or intellectual disabilities. The behavior technician- ITP working in a residential and educational setting is responsible for the delivery of evidence-based methods to support individuals with autism and/or intellectual disability and mental health involvement.Essential job duties:Performs patient searches and patient belongings searches. Understands the contraband list.Takes an active role in participating in and supporting a therapeutic and safe milieu.Develops a working knowledge of therapeutic interventions and interactions.Observes behaviors and communicates to the supervisor, medical, and others as appropriate.Works cooperatively with the treatment team in the collection of pertinent data to assist in the development of the individualized treatment plan and individual education plan (IEP).Implements the behavioral plan developed specifically for the individual.Provides ongoing feedback to regarding the individual's response to the behavior plan.Responsible for the administration and teaching of ADLs as required.Responsible for assistance with personal hygiene tasks, as required.Basic knowledge of sensory equipment use and how to provide successful sensory integration to individuals as indicated by their sensory menu and needs assessment.Understands and utilizes the hand over hand prompts as indicated by the treatment plan.Knowledge of normal growth and development and the impact of the developmental disabilities on the individual and his/her family.Has basic knowledge of alternative communication techniques including AAC devices and basic sign language.Knowledge of and ability to implement individual schedules (sensory schedules, milieu programming, toileting…etc) that are indicated in the behavioral plan.Utilizes and updates the visual schedule for all activities.Uses token and other earning systems throughout the shift following the individualized behavior plan.Maintains compliance with supervision status of individuals (visual observation while awake, 1:1) and freedom of movement (in-house, on grounds) as indicated by physician order and/or program director directive.Attends and participates in community meetings, groups and milieu programming.Understands and implements strength based interventions.Attends staff meetings at a minimum of one time per month.Performs all scheduled cleaning tasks and environmental rounds.Understands how to relay information to peers regarding up to date information and provide feedback to the treatment team.Any other duty as assigned by your supervisor.Skills:Computer skillsKnowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel in particular)Knowledge of basic sign language a plus, but not a requirementCompetencies:Communication: Oral and writtenDependability: Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligationsProblem solving: Takes a systematic approach to solving problems rather than reacting to symptomsAttention to detail: Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasksAdaptability: Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplaceEducation:Minimum degree required: high school diplomaPreferred: associates degree or higher in human services, special education or related fieldExperience:Minimum experience preferred: 3-5 years in the development/implementation of behavior support plans with individuals who have developmental disabilities and/or mental health concerns*must demonstrate basic knowledge and competencies in applied behavioral analysisRequired license/registration/certification: OLV human services will train otherwise qualified individuals. Preference will be given to those with the following credentials:Registered behavior technician (RBT) or board certified assistant behavior analyst (BCaBA)Training:Continuing education as per NYS office of profession guidelinesAll required agency trainings (including applied behavior analysis, SCIP-R)All trainings required by programs in which you service individualsPhysical requirements:The overall nature of the position is sedentary requiring little physical effort with occasional light physical exertion required.There is little, if any, exposure to environmental conditions.The constant physical demands of the position are lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and feeling.The frequent physical demands of the position are standing, walking, climbing, talking, hearing, repetitive motions, and eye/hand/foot coordination.The occasional physical demands of the position are sitting.