Registered Behavior Technician/Teacher's Assistant in San Antonio, Texas at San Antonio

Autism Treatment Center

Position Requirements: Registered Behavior Technician/Teacher's Assistant

UNIT: Educational Services

TITLE OF SUPERVISOR: Education Coordinator/CT

(Will receive supervision from our BCBA)

SHIFT: Full-Time

Year-round

Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

While this position requirement statement is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, the Program Director, Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.

This position involves tasks that expose you to mucous membrane contact, skin contact, blood, bodily fluids, bodily tissues, and/ or the potential for spills and splashes of these fluids. Use of appropriate protective measures (i.e., universal precautions, blood-borne pathogen procedures) is required for every employee engaged in this position.

Purpose: The Teacher’s Assistant (TA) works directly with students in order to help them attain and maintain the skills necessary to achieve maximum functional independence. The TA supports and promotes the rights of the students and functions effectively as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team. The RBT side of the role is to help provide extra support for other Teacher's Assistants with student behaviors.

Essential Functions: The following tasks must be performed by all staff members in this job category.

Basic Responsibilities

• Follow ATC Policies and Procedures
• Adhere to universal precautions and blood-borne pathogen standards
• Use the least restrictive methods necessary to maintain the safety of the student, self, and others
• Communicate appropriately with students, caregivers, coworkers, and supervisors (verbally and in writing)
• Follow basic principles of applied behavior analysis
• Conduct direct teaching with students, including functional academics, communication, social interaction, community integration, recreational skills, vocational skills, and daily living skills
• Oversee SAMS on outings, as needed when delegated by the RN.
• Implement the objectives and procedures identified in the Individual Education Plan, Behavior Intervention Plan, and other educational and behavioral protocols
• Collect educational and behavioral data
• Complete required documentation in a timely manner (e.g., incident reports, injury reports, etc.)
• Complete housekeeping tasks to maintain a safe, orderly environment
• Transport students to appointments (as needed)
• Transport students to recreational activities.
• Supervise meal and snack times
• Attend meetings and in-service training as scheduled
• Report hazardous equipment or conditions to the supervisor
• Report repair or maintenance needs to the supervisor
• Report student illness, injury, or medical concerns to the Nurse
• Report any indication of abuse or neglect to the compliance officer/rights protection officer
• Report behavioral occurrences or concerns to the BCBA/Behavior Specialist
• Participate in fire drills
• Assisting with personal hygiene and toileting needs.

• Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent and one year of related experience in the field
  • Registered Behavior Technician Certification
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• Hours
  • Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (with a 30-minute lunch break) OR Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm (with a working lunch)
  • Year-round

Physical Requirements

Occasionally (1 – 33% of the time)

• Lift and carry 80lbs – 100lbs while handling students with assistance
• Push a wheelchair holding a student whose total weight may exceed 200 pounds
• Engage in gross motor movements such as running and physically redirecting students whose total weight may exceed 200 pounds in order to maintain their safety and the safety of others.
• Moderate strength and stamina are required in emergencies.

Frequently (34 – 66% of the time)

• Perform SAMA techniques with students whose total weight may exceed 200 pounds.

Constantly (67 – 100% of the time)

• Engage in fine-motor movements such as grasping small objects
• Engage in gross-motor movements such as running, standing, walking, bending, and squatting in order to respond to the needs of the students.
• Engage in the range of motion necessary to work and play with the students.
• Engage in the range of motion necessary to assist with personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, eating, and other personal care tasks.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Be able to read, write, and understand English
• Be reliable with punctuality and attendance
• Work as an effective, positive, and productive member of a team
• Be receptive and responsive to feedback from coworkers and supervisors
• Provide an organized environment for safe and effective teaching and learning
• Provide a welcoming and compassionate environment
• Work with students with developmental disabilities, academic deficits, and behavioral needs
• Communicate clearly and effectively within a team
• Exhibit patience and flexibility, maintain a positive attitude, and handle stressful situations appropriately
• Meet physical requirements in order to safely manage behavior and actively participate with students
• Respond quickly and effectively in emergencies
• Maintain personal hygiene and care

Required Licenses and Certifications

• Maintain current CPR, First Aid, and SAMA certifications
• Maintain a valid Driver’s License
• Maintain current automobile insurance
• Maintain required annual training certifications provided by the company and/or agency licensing
• Maintain an active RBT status with BACB

Health and Safety Responsibilities

• Perform SAMA techniques as needed
• Perform CPR as needed
• Perform abdominal thrust maneuver as needed
• Respond quickly to emergency and/or life-threatening situations

Use of Tools and Equipment

• Staff must be able to safely complete the following tasks involving tools and equipment:

o Measure temperature using an ear thermometer

o Drive an automobile or 8-10 passenger van

o Assist with the use of Alternative and Augmentative Communication Devices

o Use computers, tablets, iPads, copy machines, and cell phones as needed

o Household cleaning supplies (mop, broom, sprays, etc.)

o Accessing and exiting areas of egress.

Possible Safety and Health Risks

• Blood or bodily fluid exposure
• Slip or fall exposure
• Physical or verbal abuse exposure from students or their caregivers
• Exposure to muscle strain from running, walking, lifting, stooping, reaching, and twisting
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals