Behavior Technician- Entry Level!

Schedule: Days/Hours may vary between Tue – Sat; Flexible start/end times with some availability on weekdays to provide evening coverage until 7:00 PM.

Overview

Do you love working with children? Do you want to be able to make a difference in people’s lives? Apply today to be a behavior technician here at Options for Southern Oregon. A behavior technician is an entry level job that provides paid on the job training and lots of ongoing training and support built into the job. You will be working with children ages 2-18 with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Under the guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) you will be responsible for working one-on-one with a child following a specific behavior plan and goals.

Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Works with the child and family to observe client functions and collect information to be used by the BCBA in the functional assessment process. Implements behavior intervention plans as defined by the behavioral analyst. Develops and facilitates client groups. Teaches and helps to promote language, behavioral, social, and daily living skills.

Provides support to parents, teachers, and caregivers to make the most of their efforts in making our programs universal across all areas of the child’s environment (generalization). Reports symptoms and manages immediate crisis including danger to self or others, and implements crisis intervention plan if necessary. Follows agency established clinical protocols for the ABA program. Works collaboratively with treatment team to meet client goals and maintains timely communication with clients, Options staff, and supervising BCBAs.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; Desire to work with children who have emotional and/or mental disabilities, autism, or developmental disabilities. On the job, paid training! Must complete a 40-hour class to become a registered behavior technician within 4 weeks of hire. (see http:www.bacb.com for more information on becoming a RBT). ABA experience a plus.

Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and Saturdays, around the needs of the clients. Comfortable working with children who display behavior problems.

Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred.

Must pass state-required background and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.

Possess mature attitude and sensitivity to the needs of clients, understanding of HIPAA laws regarding confidentiality of privileged information, and ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Options for Southern Oregon recognizes that in order to best serve the healthcare needs of our communities and fulfill our mission, we must learn, grow, incorporate, and value the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work and in our lives. We are committed to the continued development of an aware, diverse, and culturally responsive workforce and an organizational culture that is supportive and affirming for all staff and clients. Options acknowledges that incorporating EDI principles in our practices is an ongoing learning process and we are committed to using our voice to effect positive change. We recognize that making an impact on health inequities in our community will take more than just a statement and, to this end, our goals, planning, and actions aim to promote and develop equitable and effective health care services to reflect the needs of our diverse communities.

Options for Southern Oregon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.