With ongoing supervision by the
Lead Behavior Tech and the supervising BCBA, plans, organizes, and conducts
behavioral programs in a clinical setting to facilitate development and
rehabilitation of persons by performing the following duties.
Implement treatment plans
designed by BCBA.
Effectively collect required
data during sessions
Create and review session notes
as required.
Mentor and train new RBTs,
students, BTs as directed by BCBA.
Prepare and participate in
events for community outreach.
Prepare program materials and
organize data as BCBA requests.
Maintain RBT certification.
Attend and help to run/organize
meetings and trainings.
Follows all ethical practice
guidelines, and additional requirements as outlined from the BACB.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
There are no supervisor
responsibilities, except for student workers.
COMPETENCIES: This is your opportunity to demonstrate how your education and/or experience in your current or previous job relates to each function of this position.
Interview decisions are partially based on this information.
On a separate sheet of paper, write a paragraph for each competency listed below describing your background and qualifications in each area.
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies.
Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills
and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of
current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of
how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts
verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening
and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses
appropriate communication methods.
Conflict Resolution - Encourages open communications;
confronts difficult situations; maintains objectivity; keeps emotions under
control; uses negotiation skills to resolve conflicts.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities;
uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and
objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops
realistic action plans. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks
for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve
performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES (Language, Mathematical, Reasoning and Computer Skills):
LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret
general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or
governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence,
and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond
to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general
public.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with mathematical
concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of
plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as
fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems,
collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret
an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form
and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
COMPUTER SKILLS: Proficient with word, graphing tools,
excel, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of google documents preferred. Proficient with
Central Reach ABA software recommended, but not required.
To perform this job
successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software;
Spreadsheet software; Payroll systems; Internet software; and Contact
Management systems.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Interest in working with
individuals with exceptionalities required.
Required: High School Diploma
Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology,
Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, Speech and Hearing Services, or related
field.
Certification as an ABA
Therapist/Behavioral Technician may be substituted for the bachelor’s degree
requirement.
Preferred: Coursework in Applied Behavior
Analysis and interest in pursuing certification in the field of ABA.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Prefer Registered Behavior
Technician Certification
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described
here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
While performing the duties of
this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to
finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The
employee is frequently required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel,
crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to taste or smell.
The employee must on occasion lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally
lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to lift 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 be able to receive detailed information through oral
communication. Must have visual acuity to read and comprehend written
communication through computer, electronic devices, and paper means.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
While performing the duties of
this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions. The
employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
The noise level in the work
environment is usually moderate.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This position may be either Part-Time (19 or less hours or 20-29 hours per week) or Full-Time 30 Hours per
week, depending on what is needed at the time the position is filled.
Part-Time scheduled hours will
typically be 10 -29 hours per week from 8AM to 6PM Monday to Friday,
thus applicants must be available during these hours as schedule will vary
depending on appointments.
Full-time scheduled hours will be
a minimum of Full Time 30 Hours Per week depending on what is needed at
the time. (8AM – 6PM Monday – Friday and/or alternate hours depending on
patient needs).
All hours worked beyond 40
hours in a single work week will be compensated at time and a half, per FLSA
guidelines.
Must have and maintain a valid
Class C Driver’s License and maintain a clear driving record to be insurable
under the university liability policy.
Must be able to drive to
complete work assignments on and off campus, as needed.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: For more information concerning benefits offered to HSU employees, see the HSU Benefits Summary on the HSU website.