Registered Behavior Technician - Charlotte
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HANDS Center for Autism
Charlotte, NC, US
Summary
The Behavior Technician provides one-on-one behavioral interventions and implements skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction plans developed by a BCBA. They are also responsible for collecting and recording data on client progress while ensuring the well-being of clients during sessions.
Job Description
About the role
At HANDS, our Behavior Technicians (BT’s) are professionals who have completed a minimum of a 40-hour intensive training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). All BT’s are continually supervised by an agency BCBA on a weekly basis and engage in behavior analytic professional development activities. BT’s are responsible for the direct implementation of skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction plans developed by the BCBA. The BT may also collect data and conduct certain types of assessments (e.g., stimulus preference assessments) under the supervision of a BCBA.
What you'll do
- Provide one-on-one behavioral interventions to clients in both home and center-based settings
- Run skill acquisition programs with clients based on the principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis
- Complete daily program writing and data collection before the end of each shift
- Work with Board Certified Behavior Analysts to implement individualized treatment plans
- Collect and accurately record data on clients’ progress
- Maintain and protect the well-being of all clients during treatment sessions
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Possess a minimum of a High School Diploma; Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in psychology, special education, or related field preferred
- A minimum of one (1) years experience in working with children, adolescents, and/or adults with special needs
- Strong preference for candidates who already possess the RBT certification
- Must be caring, energetic, and detail-oriented
- Driver’s License and reliable transportation
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift/carry up to a maximum of 50 lbs and remain standing for up to 4 hours
- Must be able to remain within close proximity to children at all times for safety
- Ability to get up and down from the floor independently
Other Requirements:
- Successful completion of criminal history background check and drug testing
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work with a variety of individuals in different settings
