Behavior Technician- Working with Children

Job Type: Part-time

Pay Range: $17.50- 22.00 per hour

Schedule: 10 – 25 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Mission Statement

Inclusive Hearts – Ability Development Center is dedicated to fostering growth and empowerment through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services. Guided by our commitment to assent-based practices, we believe in creating environments where individuals of all abilities thrive. Our mission is to cultivate situations where people are Happy, Relaxed, and Engaged (HRE) and we recognize this as crucial to effective learning. With a focus on social validity, we strive to deliver services that are not only meaningful but also tailored to the unique needs of each individual we serve. We are unwavering in our dedication to advancing assent-based and trauma-informed methods, ensuring a holistic and compassionate approach to support the well-being of those entrusted in our care. Above all else, the safety – physical, emotional, and mental – of our clients is our paramount concern, reflecting our commitment to creating secure and nurturing spaces. The staff at Inclusive Hearts embrace limitless potential within every individual and aspire to create environments that foster the freedom of expression

Full Job Description

These are the tasks required of people working in this role/position. Other relevant tasks may be assigned as necessary and appropriate.

• Works 1:1 with children, teens, or young adults in their homes, schools, and communities
• Take data on observed behaviors as trained by your supervisor
• Implement protocols (e.g. Behavior Intervention Plans) to help reduce challenging behavior
• Attend training and utilize ABA concepts
• Follow the prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.
• Assist with parent and caregiver training in line with the client’s individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols.
• Effectively communicate with parents and caregivers regarding client progress
• Must adhere to the principles of ethical practices and values, and maintain client confidentiality.
• Maintain a punctual, consistent, reliable schedule
• Demonstrate attention to detail and work diligently to minimize major mistakes and errors.
• Work together to determine areas of friction/in need of remediated systems. Act as a team player to determine solutions to the areas of need.
• Commit to best practices of ABA, by staying current on research, developing practices in the field, and seeking out mentorship.

Staff Benefits:

• Opportunity to become a Registered Behavior Technician
• Paid training prior to working with clients.
• Mileage reimbursement between clients
• Opportunity for some to work toward supervisory positions.
• Opportunity to obtain Supervised Field Work hours from a BCBA toward your own credentialing.
• Sick pay
• Health care benefits

Minimum Requirements

• Experience working with children/teens (e.g. babysitting, instructional aide, nanny, education settings, mentor, etc)
• Experience working with individuals with special needs
• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Bilingual in Spanish/English not required but is highly desired

Typical Physical Demands

• Lift at least 20 pounds.
• Must be able to remain stationary position 50% of the time.
• Must be able to move about the child's home, playground, clinic, community, or natural environment to engage in early intervention therapy.
• Must be able to ascend/descend stairs/ladders to engage children in gross motor activities.
• Must be able to position self on the floor to engage with children during floor-time activities.
• Must be able to stand up from a seated position, on a chair or the floor, and follow children when they leave an area.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $17.50 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 25 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• After school
• No nights
• No weekends

Work setting:

• Clinic
• Development center
• In-home
• School

Application Question(s):

• Between 10-25, how many hours are you looking to work?
• What would your availability be for a virtual interview?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Language:

• any other language (Preferred)

Work Location: In person