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So Love Autistic Center RBT/Behavior Technicians in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania
At So Love Autistic Center, our behavior therapists are professionals who have completed a minimum of a 40-hour intensive training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). All behavior therapists are continually supervised by a BCBA/LBS weekly and engage in behavior analytic professional development activities. Behavior therapists are responsible for directly implementing skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction plans developed by the BCBA/LBS. The behavior therapists may also collect data and conduct specific assessments (e.g., stimulus preference assessments) under BCBA/LBS supervision. The behavior therapist is not responsible for designing interventions, conducting in-depth assessments, or developing skill acquis ion or behavior reduction plans. It is the responsibility of the designated BCBA/LBS supervisor of the behavior therapists to determine which tasks a behavior therapist may perform as a function of their training, experience, and competence. The designated BCBA/LBS supervisor is ultimately responsible for the work performed by the Behavior Therapists.
Reports to: Clinical Supervisor
Position Type: Hourly
Availability: Monday -- Friday/ 7:30 AM -- 5:00 PM
Minimum Qualifications: Education, Training, and Experience:
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Possess a minimum of Bachelor's Degree in psychology, special education, or related field; Bachelor's degree preferred. Additional certification as a special education teacher, school social worker, or school psychologist in the state of PA is preferred
- A minimum of 1-year experience in working with early learners with autism
- A minimum of 1-year experience working 1:1 delivering ABA
- Completed 40-hour RBT Training (or complete within 30 days of hire)
- RBT Certification or (complete within 120 days of hire)
Knowledge of:
- Appropriate behavioral intervention strategies
- Learning theories and instructional methods
- Ethics, laws, and regulations of acceptable behavior interventions governed by the BACB and principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
- Developmental processes of children, adolescents, and adults
- Interpersonal skills needed to manage crises
- Technology, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Must know how to use data-base to collect data
- Proficient grammar, punctuation, and spelling
- Bilingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply
Skills and Abilities to:
- Assess situations and make proper judgments
- Understand behavioral conditions and react accordingly in an ethical manner
- Objectively analyze crises
- Respond quickly to emergencies
- Communicate effectively and make recommendations to various organization staff and outside professionals, groups, or individuals 2
- Perform general clerical duties, including maintaining accurate client records and preparing clear and concise reports
- Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with a diverse group of children, parents/caregivers, community stakeholders
- Use a computer and behavioral software to prepare documents and maintain client records
- Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines
- Follow guidance from senior-level staff to enhance own professional development
- Work with a diverse team of professionals in a respectful manner
- Supervise children during therapy sessions
Other Requirements:
- Successful completion of fingerprinting, criminal history background check, and child abuse clearance
- Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs
Job Duties:
- Provide direct adaptive skills training and behavior intervention to children in individual and group sessions
- Run skill acquisition programs with children using Applied Behavior Analysis to assist children with academic and developmental progression
- Review goals and data frequently to ensure service quality is consistent and implemented with fideli y
- Identify and prepare materials to use during sessions with the client, including rotating materials bi-weekly
- Ability to work with various children with varying skill sets • Work with BCBA/LBS to implement individualized behavior reductions & skill acquisition goals
- Collect data and graph data as instructed using technological programs, through RETHINK
- Complete session notes after each session and inputs them into the system along with any corresponding data.
- Use data to guide treatment and make decisions in collaboration with BCBA/LBS
- Maintain respect and confidentiality for all children, parents, and household members
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies
- Maintain and protect the well-being of all children during therapy sessions and when emergency crises arise
- Attend and participate in mandatory group supervision, monthly meetings, and training
Other job duties as assigned by the So Love Autistic Center supervisors, and administrators Additional Job Requirements:
- Attend and complete the following prior to beginning job assignment (Failure to complete these training successfully can jeopardize the ability to be employed at the organization):
- Onboarding & Virtual Orientation
- First Aid/CPR/AED o HIPAA- Confidentiality Training w/Quiz
- Practice Management Orientation & Data Collection Training
- DHS requirements
Salary/Hourly Rate: Commensurate with experience.