Behavior Technician

Personalized Therapy is currently seeking Behavior Technicians to fill Full-Time (30-40 hours per week) and Part-Time (under 30 hours) positions in St. Mary's County. The qualified candidates will fill the role of ABA support within in schools, homes and daycares. Supporting children who need assistance working on academics, behavior, communication and social skills.

Summary:

ABA Technicians implement the day-to-day individualized 1:1 applied behavioral interventions to clients with disabilities under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. At Personalized Therapy, LLC, we provide ABA therapy in local schools, at clients' homes, and we also facilitate community outings.

Duties & Responsibilities:

- Implementation of instructional programs based on the principles of ABA

- Implementation of a written behavior protocol

- Take accurate treatment data and maintain program data book and graphs

- Attendance at all required meetings

- Attendance at mandatory monthly workshops for each client on your caseload

- Act as a positive role model of acceptance, treatment, and interaction for families and community members

- Adhere to HIPAA guidelines and maintain strict confidentiality

- Maintain safety standards at all times

- Maintain appropriate demeanor and attire, per Personalized Therapy, LLC's dress code

- Accept supervisory feedback appropriately

- Stay current on ABA and Autism research and legislation

Minimum Qualifications:

- GED or high school graduate

- Pursuing or graduated with a Bachelor's degree in psychology, education, early childhood development, special education or related field preferred

- Strong communication & interpersonal skills

- Passion for working with children

- Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and proof of auto insurance

- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

- Must be able to lift and carry clients with adaptive equipment

- Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing) for extended periods of time

- Must be able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods of time

- Must be willing and able to restrain/hold/transport and utilize quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Intervention Plan in the course of working with children with challenging behavior

- Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device functions for data collection

- Must be physically present at the assigned job location, which may include home, school, and community placements

- Must have visual acuity to read and comprehend written communication through computer, electronic devices, and paper means

- Must have a valid Maryland Driver’s License & insurance in good standing