ABA Therapist/Behavior Technician - Part-time

Schedule is: Part-Time after 3pm - center-based (Fall River/New Bedford)

Hourly rate starting at $20.00

LifeStream is an equal-opportunity employer

Responsibilities:

• Uphold the highest professional standards by adhering to the Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Registered Behavior Technicians
• Maintain consistent attendance to all client therapy sessions in alignment with the highest standards of professionalism, and ensure any missed sessions are rescheduled and completed within 5 days of absence
• Implementation of treatment objectives as per individualized care plan
• Implementation of Behavior Support Plans designed by the supervising BCBA/BCaBA
• Collect and accurately recording and reporting data
• Completion of all required documentation as per company guidelines
  • data collection records
  • session notes every session (initiated 15 minutes before the end of each session)
  • completion of timecard each pay period (UltiPro-UKG)
• Attendance at company meetings and trainings
• Completion of all required company trainings within specified timelines (90 days)
• Assist clients with personal care needs such as toileting routines (including diaper changes), dressing, and self- help routines.
• Active participation with swim instruction/water safety with our clients e.g., going in the pool or water with assigned clients to assist with swimming instruction.

Communication:

• Establish and maintain respectful, collaborative relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders
• Assist supervisors with establishing and maintaining open lines of communication with clients and their parents

Professional Development Program:

• Engage in ongoing professional growth by actively participating in company-provided training, meetings, and utilizing professional literature and support offered.

Other Professional Responsibilities:

• Assist with taking necessary and reasonable precautions to protect clients, materials, equipment and facilities
• Light cleaning (wiping table and chairs) and organization (putting items/materials away) in areas that you provide treatment

Required Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School Diploma
• Successfully complete background checks
• Demonstrate and maintain competency in a training program to maintain client and staff safety in behavioral crisis
• Maintain professional credentials (RBT) if applicable
• Ability to physically prompt or assist clients up to 60lbs
• Ability to compose accurate and timely session notes in alignment with company standards and funder documentation requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:  

• High School Diploma or GED
• Registered Behavior Therapist (RBT)- preferred 
• Three years of experience in the field of Human Services.
• Prior experience working with children.
• Prior experience working with individuals with complex behavioral needs.
• Experience working with individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Intellectual Disabilities.
• Demonstrated history of quality work performance and teamwork in previous positions