Behavior Technician for Petoskey

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $18-$23

Do you enjoy working with children? Do you dream of making an impact on the lives of kids, families, and entire communities? Then join us at North Arrow!We arelocally owned, with deep roots in Northern Michigan and a culture based on hiring and retainingGreat Minds and Great Hearts.No prior experience is necessary- all training to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is provided by us.Qualified applicants will receive a scholarship that pays for 100% of all necessary training!

Registered Behavior Technicians provide treatment to children diagnosed with autism, both in our clinical centers as well as in client homes and in the community. Some of the many benefits of a career at North Arrow include:

• You'll become a Michigan-licensed Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) within 3-6 months, with the potential to grow into salariedand/or leadership roles!
• Full-time (more than 30 hours per week) and part-time positions are available.
• We offer flexible schedules, a learning-based culture, annual performance reviews and raises, monthly incentive bonuses, regular company outings and events, and acollaborative culture where we work together tochange lives.
• Our robust benefits package is among the best in the industry, including 2+ weeks of PTO with the ability to earn even more, along with medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, mental health coverage, 401K matching,and a day care program available for eligible staff.
• Applicants with flexible availability, especially after school hours, will be given preference.

Responsibilities And Duties:

• Direct client care in one-on-one and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training;
• Follow Treatment Plan protocols and record data for therapy sessions;
• Assist with parent and caregiver training;
• Assist in preparing client therapy and training materials;
• Collaborate with the treatment team including the client, parents and caregivers, outside professionals, and supervisors in the development and evolution of treatment plans over time.

Necessary Skills & Physical Requirements

• Ability to interpret and implement clinical protocols (once trained) as it relates to clinical skills, professional development, ethics, and technology;
• Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once;
• Willingness to accept constructive feedback for both professional development and in the improvement of clinical skills and treatment plans;
• Strong interpersonal skills to build professional relationships with clients, co-workers, supervisors, and community members;
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, to lift & carry younger clients, and sit or stand in a variety of postures over an extended period of time;
• Must pass a background check to be legally able to deliver Medicaid services;
• Must have reliable transportation, valid drivers license and motor vehicle insurance to travel between clients within Northern Michigan.

Previous Experience & Educational Requirements:

• Required: High School Diploma (documentation required for employment)
• Preferred: Experience working with children in an educational/classroom, daycare or similar one-on-one setting

North Arrow ABA is committed to equal employment opportunities, and to hiring the most qualified applicant at all levels. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals, as well as administer any and all personnel actions, without regard to military status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, sexual orientation, marital status, union affiliation, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not tolerate discrimination; any such conduct is strictly prohibited.