Behavior Technician; Part-Time
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Milestones Behavioral Services
Milford, CT, US
Summary
The Behavior Technician will provide direct patient care by implementing ABA programs and following Behavior Intervention Plans under the supervision of a BCBA. Responsibilities also include collecting behavioral data, writing session notes, and maintaining a safe, professional environment for patients.
Job Description
What We Offer:
- A deeply supportive, team-centered environment where teachers, BCBA®s, behavior specialists, and related service providers work hand-in-hand
- Access to robust resources and clinical expertise, ensuring you’re never alone in problem-solving or planning
- Immediate opportunity to pursue Registered Behavior Technician (RBT®) certification (if you do not already possess)
- Collaborative culture with leadership that truly listens and invests in your success
- Small caseloads that allow for student development and success
- A workplace that prioritizes client progress, staff well-being, and meaningful, mission-driven work
Under the direct supervision of a Behavior Analyst (BCBA®), the Essential Functions of this position are:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Must participate in onsite implementation of ABA programs across sessions for all areas of the patient’s treatment plan.
- Provide direct patient care following the prescribed Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).
- Apply all MBS safety procedures when transporting or working with patients. May include physical management, environmental awareness, maintaining line of sight supervision, using and wearing PPE etc.
- Collect and record data on observable behavior.
- Write session notes, get parent signatures, and render appointments.
- Preparation of patient materials, as assigned.
- Must implement all ACES Physical Assist techniques as necessary per certification standards and in line with organizational policy.
- Properly wear PPE, attend all trainings related to PPE and follow all safety procedures and requirements with or without accommodation.
- Maintain dignity, confidentiality, and professionalism with patients and adhere to policy and protocols.
- Compliance with HIPAA and other state and federal regulations.
- Participate in MBS assigned trainings – in person, synchronous, asynchronous.
- Complete other tasks as assigned.
The minimum qualifications and requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate degree or Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Experience in the implementation of behavioral assessment/treatment programs with the developmentally disabled population is highly preferred.
- A basic knowledge of computer systems, software and proficiency with e-mail communication.
- Good organizational, multitasking, and communication skills (oral and written).
- Required to follow all safety procedures and requirements.
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to physically care for young children up to 6 years old, with and without the assistance of one or more designated individuals.
- Must have the physical ability to bend at the waist (up to 45 degrees), twist, and move independently between standing and kneeling positions. Requires the ability to firmly grasp objects and raise hands overhead.
- Must be able to engage in sustained physical activity such as walking, running, and shuffling in multiple directions (including backward) for several minutes.
- Ability to routinely and safely perform heavy to very heavy physical tasks associated with “hands-on” student management, including during emergency situations or when responding to aggressive behavior.
- Must be capable of learning and correctly demonstrating multi-step physical procedures/maneuvers to manage students independently or as part of a coordinated team.
- This position requires in-person, on-site attendance.
Milestones Behavioral Services is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants and prohibiting unlawful discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability (learning, intellectual, mental and/or physical disability), ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, ethnic traits historically associated with race (such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion, sex, sexual orientation, service in the uniformed services, veteran status, victim of domestic violence status, victim of sexual assault and/or trafficking, or other status protected by applicable law.
Milestones, formerly Connecticut Center for Child Development, began by addressing a largely unfulfilled need amongst CT families for autism resources and grew into an organization of more than 200 highly trained, passionate professionals who are always looking for new ways to grow and help families achieve results.
Milestones isn’t simply a school or an evaluation center. We are driven to advance the field of Behavioral Analysis by cultivating new practitioners and educating others about the field. When we see a need arise, we learn how to address it. Applied Behavior Analysis is the only treatment endorsed by both the American Academy of Pediatrics and the U.S. Surgeon General.
Milestones dedicated staff work across multiple locations — including our 3 campuses, in public school settings, at homes, or in the community – to provide individualized behavior analytic programming; consultative services; adult day services; and diagnostic and educational evaluations for families. We aslo provide advanced intervention services for individuals with intensive behavior challenges.
We assist others looking to initiate or further develop similar programs in other states or countries. We provide mentorship to those seeking certification as a BCBA or BCaBA as well as Special Education teachers. We provide education and training to the wider community including educators, doctors, dentists, first responders, and many others.
At Milestones, our focus is on enabling individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities to be valued members of their communities by living lives with purpose and joy.
Founded
1995
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Orange, Connecticut
Milestones, formerly Connecticut Center for Child Development, began by addressing a largely unfulfilled need amongst CT families for autism resources and grew into an organization of more than 200 highly trained, passionate professionals who are always looking for new ways to grow and help families achieve results.
Milestones isn’t simply a school or an evaluation center. We are driven to advance the field of Behavioral Analysis by cultivating new practitioners and educating others about the field. When we see a need arise, we learn how to address it. Applied Behavior Analysis is the only treatment endorsed by both the American Academy of Pediatrics and the U.S. Surgeon General.
Milestones dedicated staff work across multiple locations — including our 3 campuses, in public school settings, at homes, or in the community – to provide individualized behavior analytic programming; consultative services; adult day services; and diagnostic and educational evaluations for families. We aslo provide advanced intervention services for individuals with intensive behavior challenges.
We assist others looking to initiate or further develop similar programs in other states or countries. We provide mentorship to those seeking certification as a BCBA or BCaBA as well as Special Education teachers. We provide education and training to the wider community including educators, doctors, dentists, first responders, and many others.
At Milestones, our focus is on enabling individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities to be valued members of their communities by living lives with purpose and joy.
Founded
1995
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Orange, Connecticut