Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Company: Aces for Autism
Location: Wilson
Posted on: November 17, 2022

Job Description:

Aces for Autism is accepting applications for Behavior Technician and Registered Behavior Technician positions in its Wilson clinic. Official application can be submitted at *https://www.acesforautismnc.com/employment*.

Aces for Autism, a growing non-profit organization, currently serves Eastern NC children and their families offering clinic based 1:1 ABA therapy for children with autism spectrum disorders in Greenville and Wilson NC. Future plans include construction of the new 23.83 acre Ron and Rose Bowen Family Autism Campus on Worthington Road in Winterville, NC.

Through the services Aces provides, our goal is that individuals and families realize their lives have purpose and through God's power he can use anyone to do great things.

Every moment counts at Aces for Autism. We promote a positive, caring and encouraging workplace. Our facility offers constant opportunities for collaboration with colleagues, resulting in optimal client success and employee support. We support employees who are pursuing board certification in behavior analysis (BCBA).

For additional information about Aces For Autism go to *www.acesforautismnc.com*.

*Job Summary: *

A Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) supports and implements treatment plans created by a board-certified behavior analyst for children with autism. This includes working to reduce challenging behaviors while simultaneously working on the acquisition of other skills through 1:1 ABA therapy and/or group teaching in the clinic or community settings.

*Key Responsibilities: *

* Ensures child's physical safety and treats learners with dignity and respect
* Provide 1:1 ABA and group ABA therapy for individuals with autism spectrum disorder in designated therapy rooms and shared classroom environments
* Use applied behavior analysis strategies and protocols as outlined by BCBA supervisors to teach a variety of skill types such as socialization, communication, play and self-help
* Follow written protocols to support learners when they are engaging in challenging behaviors
* Collect accurate data throughout ABA sessions as instructed by BCBA supervisors
* Take direction and apply feedback from BCBA supervisor
* Work collaboratively with BCBA supervisors and interdisciplinary team to provide information on learner behavior, preferences, and skills
* Complete accurate Session Notes for each session and submit as directed
* Promote positive organization culture
* Recognize issues and questions to bring to the BCBA supervisor's attention
* Help with preparation and organization of materials and supplies for learner sessions and programs
* Help with cleaning learner materials, therapy rooms, and shared clinic spaces following sessions
* Attend and contribute to team meetings, debriefings, trainings, and workshops, which may occur outside of normal work hours
* May serve as school/community 1:1 behavior technician and travel to learner's school or community peer group
* Be available to work and be scheduled during the hours of 8am - 6pm
* Adhere to the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Aces for Autism

*Physical Requirements: *

* Must be able to sit on floor on ground and move easily in this capacity
* Must be able to lift small children
* Must be able to teach and assist with toileting skills
* Must be able to perform the following gross motor activities easily:
* Climbing (e.g. upon playground equipment)
* Bending over (e.g. to assist child with writing)
* Squatting (e.g. to assist child putting on shoes)
* Running (e.g. running through a sprinkler with a child)
* Carrying (e.g. teaching materials, toys, art supplies)
* Must be able to perform the following fine motor activities easily:
* Manipulation of teaching materials
* Assisting in children's art projects (e.g. cutting, gluing)
* Writing data
* Typing on keyboard
* Must be able to work indoors and outdoors

*Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills): *

* College degree preferred
* Registered Behavior Technician credential or NC teaching license preferred
* Pass a criminal background check
* Computer skills including strong Word skills and basic Excel skills, including graphing
* Positive energy and great communication skills

$16-$17.50+ per hour, commensurate with education, experience, and credentials + benefits for full time employees (35+ hours per week).

Benefits for full-time employees include: health, vision, dental, life insurance, short-term disability, paid time off, vacation

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.50 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:
* Wilson, NC 27896: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:
* 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location%58047475%

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