Per Diem Behavior Technician at Bierman Autism Centers – Warren, Rhode Island

The Per Diem Behavior Technician will provide ABA therapy to children ages 2-12 who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental and language delays in a center setting. They will be expected to work a per diem or as needed schedule that can vary weekly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct 1:1 therapy with clients
• Follow the prescribed skill acquisition and behavior support plan
• Collect and record data
• Write therapy note for each session using an electronic medical records system
• Communicate with parents and caregivers regarding the client’s progress as instructed by the child’s assigned Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Assist the BCBA in preparing and organizing client materials as instructed
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment
• Maintain client safety and confidentiality
• Maintain and acquire functional and technical knowledge by attending required trainings
• Become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and follow the guidelines set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
• Contribute to a positive working environment

Per Diem Behavior Technician Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required (High School Diploma with RBT certification and experience can be used in lieu of 4 year degree)
• RBT certification
• At least 6 months of experience working in ABA as a behavior technician
• CPR certification
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the team and clients.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism.

Per Diem Behavior Technician Basic & Essential Functions:

• Must be able to lift and carry clients who are least 30 pounds
• Must be willing and able to restrain/hold/transport and utilize quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Support Plan in the course of working with children with challenging behavior
• Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures including kneeling, squatting, crouching, crawling, sitting, standing, bending, for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to walk and run to chase clients and maintain a three-foot distance at all times
• Must be able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to attend to basic needs such as feeding, diapering, toileting, and dressing
• Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device functions for data collection and session documentation
• Must have visual acuity to read and comprehend written communication though computer, electronic devices, and paper means.
• Must be able to take written data and transfer to electronic files or data base systems
• Must be able to maintain prolonged periods of working on a computer while sitting at a desk or on the floor
• Must be able to assemble, clean and maintain therapy space including toys and furniture
• Must be able to administer medication to clients

Job Type: Per Diem, Non-Exempt

Pay is competitive and based on candidate qualifications and experience.