Behavior Interventionist
Company: Behavior Change Institute, LLC
Location: Alamogordo
Posted on: October 23, 2024
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Job Description:
Position: Behavior Inteventionist Location: Alamogordo/Tularosa,
NMReports to: Clinical Supervisor (Board Certified Behavior
Analyst)Pay: $16.67-$20 DOE Minimum Availability Requirement:
Providers must be available at least three afternoons per week
between the hours of 3-6:30 pm MT and preference is given to staff
that are available to work with clients MWF or M-Th or Tues-Fri on
a set schedule after school.--Company DescriptionBehavior Change
Institute is a nationally recognized service agency that
specializes in providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy
for individuals-- diagnosed with autism and their families. We
are-- looking for motivated professionals who share in our
commitment to improving the wellbeing of others!Job
DescriptionBehavior Interventionists provide 1:1 behavioral
intervention to individuals diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum
Disorder. We provide direct services to both children and adults in
a variety of settings including private homes, schools, clinics and
community settings.Interventionists implement behavioral strategies
to improve socially significant behaviors and quality of life. This
includes implementation of a treatment plan developed by a BCBA
addressing-- communication, challenging behavior, daily living,
safety and social skills. The Behavior interventionist is
responsible for monitoring patient progress by completing daily
data collection and clinical documentation.Essential Duties Include
The Following:Communicate BCI's philosophy of positive behavioral
practice, compassion and respectFollow all policies and protocols
set forth in the BCI employee handbookCollect daily data as
prescribed by your supervisor (BCBA)Complete clinical documentation
to communicate with team members and insurance funders about
progress on goals and any barriersMaintain accurate and up-to-date
clinical records and documentationImplement the strategies outlined
in the patient's behavior intervention planContact your supervisor
with any questions, comments, or concernsTimely communication with
your supervisor about the child you are working with, especially if
there are any concernsDirect the child's caregivers and circle of
support to your supervisor (BCBA) for any questions pertaining to
the child's goals being addressed, progress being made, strategies
to employMaintain professional boundaries with the child, family
and circle of support per the BACB Professional and ethical Code of
ConductAll other duties as assigned by SupervisorSupervisory
ResponsibilitiesThis job has no supervisory
responsibilities.QualificationsMinimum of a high school diploma or
GED equivalentCriminal Background Check ClearanceAccess to a
reliable means of getting to and from work consistentlyThe ability
to obtain a valid U.S. Driver's LicenseProof of Auto
InsuranceSuccessful completion of the credentialing from BCI's
contracting agencyMandatory Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Training & Registration Process. Information on the RBT credential
can be found at www.bacb.com--Behavior Change Institute is an
approved RBT training center!Candidates selected for employment
must complete a pre-employment training program (4-6 weeks) to earn
the credential needed to work in this position, unless candidates
already have the RBT credential. The internship training program is
comprised of:40 Hour online BACB approved coursework for the
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credentialing
examinationAttendance at telehealth (virtual Skills Clinics)
(mandatory attendance)Formal Skills Competency Checklist and RBT
Exam (exam provided at Pearson Professional Testing Center
locallyAdditional Training Required:CPR or Basic Life Support
certification course--RBT credentialing exam (provided at Pearson
Professional Testing Center locally)--On the job trainings as
required--Required skills listed below and reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential duties.Required SkillsProfessional
conduct--Effective verbal communication and writing skillsAbility
to utilize the least restrictive measures in avoiding escalated
situationsAbility to use interventions that involve the use of
empathy, compassion, positive behavioral programming, respect,
openness, client-centered approachAbility to utilize positive
reinforcement to shape behaviorAbility to engage in active
listeningAbility to calm critical situationsAbility to use applied
behavioral analysis principlesAdaptability and flexibilityAttention
to detailBasic mathematical skills--Reasoning ability (decision
making and problem solving)Team player--Proficiency with
technologyPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are
representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to run,
walk, sit, stand (general mobility)Use hands, reach with arms and
lift or move up to 50lbs as neededVision requirement for close,
distance and peripheral vision and ability to adjust
focus--Vocalizations required for verbal behavior training--Full
auditory functioning required--Employee may be required to
intervene in physically demanding behavioral interventions with
physically aggressive clients--Part-time benefits include:Paid Sick
Time--Employee Assistance ProgramComplimentary Counseling For
Employees & Family MembersShort-Term Disability InsuranceAccident
CoverageAdditional InformationWe take great pride in our
professional team and therefore we provide competitive pay and
ongoing opportunities for professional development and
advancement!Behavior Change Institute is an equal opportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or
medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic
information, marital status, medical condition, national origin,
physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected
veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual
orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
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