POSITION: Behavior Technician (I or II) (Non-Exempt/Part-Time) *Applicant Pool
HSU JOB FAMILY CLASSIFICATION: Academic Technical (I or II)
DEPARTMENT: Houston-Lantrip Center
SUPERVISOR TITLE: Clinical Operations Manager
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
EXEMPTION: N/A
LOCATION: Abilene
TARGET HIRE DATE: As Soon As Possible
HSU CHRISTIAN STANDARD REQUIREMENT FOR EMPLOYMENT – Candidate must
profess a Christian Faith, maintain membership in a local congregation, and
respect the values and distinctives central to the historically Baptist values
of HSU as reflected in the
University’s Statement of Faith.
CONTACT INFORMATION: Human Resources 325-670-1259 or careers@hsutx.edu
SUMMARY/SCOPE:
The behavior
technician will work directly with the Lead Behavior Tech and the assigned board-certified behavior analyst (BCBA) in providing skills
instruction to learners with behavioral needs.
The behavior technician will be responsible for the implementation of behavior
reduction and skill acquisition programs designed by supervising BCBA.
HSU JOB FAMILY CLASSIFICATION INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
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.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: These examples do not include all possible tasks & do not limit the
assignment of related tasks.
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; at least 60 hours of college
credit, enrollment in at least 6 hours per semester of college credit and 2
years of exemplary employment record.
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 is a part-time position,
which will be scheduled for 10 – 29 hours per week.
Part-Time scheduled hours will
typically be from 7:30 A.M. – 7:30 P.M., thus applicants must be available
during these hours as schedule will vary depending on appointments.
All hours worked beyond 40
hours in a single work week will be compensated at time and a half, per FSLA
guidelines.
Must have an 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.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT:
HSU complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws including those prohibiting discrimination on the basis of age, sex, pregnancy, race, color, national origin, disability, genetic information and military service. HSU is a private university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas and may lawfully consider an applicant’s religion as a selection criterion. HSU is committed to hiring faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith and fully support HSU’s mission.
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HSU provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment, except when the accommodation would impose an undue hardship. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be directed to Human Resources.
BACKGROUND SCREEN:
HSU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law. HSU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university’s financial and physical assets. Therefore, Hardin-Simmons University conducts background checks. Depending on the position, applicants may also be required to consent to a credit check as part of the background check process. As a non-profit institution of higher education committed to Christian faith and values, the University exercises its rights under state and federal law to use religion as a factor in making employment decisions.