Behavior Therapist

Registered Line Technicians implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment programs with Mercy patients and families under the direction of a Clinical Supervisor. Registered Behavior Technicians hold an active Registered Line Technician (RLT) certification. Treatment plans are designed to address skill acquisition as well as challenging behavior reduction, and may occur in a variety of settings including a Mercy center, patient’s home, school, community, or via telehealth. Registered Behavior Technicians report to a Clinical Supervisor. This is an hourly, non-exempt, part-time or full-time position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Provide direct treatment to patients under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor in a 1:1 or group environment

· Provide treatment that aligns with Mercy’s clinical quality standards

· Collect and record data on patient progress with high fidelity

· Review and implement Clinical Supervisor feedback during each treatment session

· Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, families and colleagues

· Provide a safe and supportive environment for patients, families and colleagues

· Seek personal growth and training opportunities to ensure clinical excellence

· Maintain accurate and timely records

· Maintain compliance with HIPAA requirements at all times

· Represent Mercy professionally and ethically to internal and external stakeholders

· Adhere to Mercy policies and procedures

· Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

· High School Diploma or equivalent

· Registered Line Technician (RLT) certification

· Must pass an initial Registered Line Technician Training program, including passing a comprehensive written exam and field evaluation

· Experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) preferred

· Empathetic and compassionate individual with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality

· Ability to work collaboratively with team members while maintaining a positive and solution focused attitude

· Ability to work independently while providing direct treatment to patients

· An effective communicator in both verbal and written formats

· Demonstrate excellent time management skills and the ability to work multi-task in a very fast-paced, every changing environment

· Desire to continuously learn and develop skillsets

· Willingness to work in a variety of settings (center, patient home, etc.)

· Willingness to work with a variety of patients

· Reliable means of transportation with proof of auto insurance

· No past criminal history

· Must pass tuberculosis test

· Willingness for random drug screen as required by law/insurance policies

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Treatment may occur in a variety of settings including the patient’s home, the Merc y center, the patient’s school, the community, or via telehealth. Registered Line Technicians work in environments that are both indoors and outdoors and may move between different locations throughout the course of the work day.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Be able to work with patients who are seated on the floor, in small chairs, or other home, school, community and clinic environments

· Move frequently throughout the therapeutic setting to gather materials, anticipate and respond to the movement of a patient, and/or provide instruction in a variety of settings, such as school, playground, clinic, or community locations

· Constantly position oneself to participate and respond to the movements and behaviors of patients, including but not limited to bending to assist a patient, kneeling/crouching to teach a play skill, hurrying to block an open doorway, or reaching to prevent a patient from entering a traffic congested street

· Be able to utilize continuous visual tracking in order to monitor the movement of patients, as well as the items and circumstances in the surrounding environment

· Occasionally move to evade aggressive behaviors and/or physically block attempts to aggress towards others. Responding to behaviors may occasionally require bearing weight of a patient who is leaning, pushing, etc.

· Frequently teach patients to use vocal speech. Must be able to articulate sound and model speaking clearly, as well as listen to and shape vocal communication of patients

· Occasionally use modeling to teach gross motor skills, such as climbing or jumping, and fine motor skills such as clapping or opening a container

· Work in both indoor and outdoor settings as they relate to the patient’s natural environment, which may include being outdoors in a variety of weather conditions (e.g., community skills, recess in a school setting, etc.)

· Be able to lift up to 30 lbs. while assisting patients