Applied Behavior Technician (30-35 hours Guaranteed)

Job Description

Job Description

Applied Behavior Technician- Full-Time (30-35 hours Guaranteed)

Overview
We are seeking individuals who are energetic, compassionate, fun, and dedicated to changing the lives of children and families. We provide comprehensive early intensive behavioral intervention based on the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA). Our technicians work 1:1 with two to nine year old children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders. They are responsible for implementing natural environment teaching (NET) and discrete trial training (DTT), as directed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs). In addition, our techs facilitate play and social interaction, as well as design and conduct exciting daily small group activities in a fun, engaging environment.

Why Join Wedgwood’s ACCD Family?

• We are committed to providing excellent, ethical, evidence-based services
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Daily contact with BCBA and BCaBA supervisors
• Paid training, including CPR/First Aid and Professional Crisis Management (PCM)
• Paid Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credentialing and ongoing supervision
• All necessary materials, reinforcers, toys, stickers, program stimuli, and agency computers provided
• Large indoor playground, pretend play room, and outdoor play area
• Open classrooms with individual work spaces
• Thorough initial training with ongoing supervision and support

Status/Hours: Full-Time benefit eligible, Monday- Friday 7:45-4:30p (Wednesdays till 5:30) (30-35 hours guaranteed)

Pay Rate : $18-20 w/o RBT Certification , $19-21 w RBT Certification

Example ABA session :

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Prior experience working with ASD population is preferred
• Prior experience working with children is preferred
• We are looking for individuals who possess a compassionate and empathetic demeanor
• We are seeking individuals with the ability to establish rapport with young clients

Benefits :

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Medical plans with great coverage options
• Free supplemental virtual PCP care with medical plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• Dental and vision plans
• Pet insurance
• Legal insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• A Locally Partnered Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive time off
• Direct deposit
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness through PSLF
• Paid Holidays
• We also offer a variety of employer paid benefits for full time staff
  • Short term disability
  • Long term disability
  • Life insurance up to 2x your annual salary
• No-cost, employer paid training and re-certification provided to staff
• Wedgwood has full gymnasium and state-of-the art 24-hour wellness center filled with a wide variety of workout equipment, available to staff at no cost.
• Walking trail that leads around the beautiful campus.
• Through community partnerships, Wedgwood employees and in some cases family members, are eligible for application and tuition fee discounts for several local colleges and universities.

Wedgwood Christian Services

Since 1960, Wedgwood Christian Services has been dedicated to aggressively taking on the toughest problems facing children and families through residential care, counseling services, and community programs. Our goal is to support and help restore the physical, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual well-being of children, adults, and families in our community.

Mission: Wedgwood Christian Services extends God's love to youth, adults, and families through professional counseling and educational services.

Core Values: Integrity, Compassion, Excellence, and Diversity