Job Description
Job Details
DeKalb Clinic - DeKalb, IL Part Time Evenings 3pm - 7pm $21.00 - $25.50 Hourly Part Time: 3 PM - 7 PM Applied Behavior Analysis / ABADescription
Position Summary:
The Behavior Technician (RBT) is responsible for the direct implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programming with clients at Westside Children’s Therapy, under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Providing predominantly play-based therapy, the RBT will support Westside clients in the development of a wide variety of skills.
Essential Functions:
- Implement direct therapy services for assigned clients and caseload, following programming written by BCBA
- Engage with BCBA during regular supervision sessions to ask questions and receive feedback
- Collect and record data on patients behavior
- Complete and submit required documentation (SOAP notes, etc) in a timely manner, aligned with Westsides policies and procedures
- Develop strong relationships with the children on your caseload and strive to make every session a fun experience
- Participate in weekly team meetings with clinic’s ABA team
Qualifications
Required Education, Experience and Credentials:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- RBT Certification Required within 60 days of hire
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Competence with a variety of computer applications
- Comfortable persona to better develop relationships with children and their families
Personal Attributes:
- Collaborative spirit and willingness to work as a team
- Passion for working with children with special needs
- Patient with the ability to redirect clients frequently and compassionately
- Accountable for personal behavior and performance
- Receptive to feedback with a commitment to personal and professional development
- Honest and transparent communicator
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- Ability to learn and implement de-escalation skills for client sessions
- Ability to lift or carry 30 lbs
- Ability to work in a variety of positions, including on the floor during played-based therapy
Travel Requirements
- Some travel within assigned region for training, meetings and supporting client coverage needs.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.