ABA Therapist (Ann Arbor)

ABA Therapist (Ann Arbor)

12 Mar 2024
Michigan, Ann arbor 00000 Ann arbor USA

ABA Therapist (Ann Arbor)

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At Creating Brighter Futures, we provide center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy services for children who have been diagnosed with autism or other developmental disorders, ages 2-18 years old. Our goal is to provide the skills, teaching environments, and learning opportunities necessary to improve the quality of life for each of our clients in a center-based setting. Each child will receive the best individualized, evidence-based treatments available. All treatment will be administered by well-trained behavioral technicians and supervised by an experienced Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

Behavior Technician

Requirements:

 Candidates must be enthusiastic and enjoy working with children who have developmental disabilities. On the job training is provided. Opportunities for professional growth are available.

 Previous experience working with children in a professional setting

 Candidates are required to successfully complete Registered Behavior Technician online module training

 Complete all requirements to pursue a Registered Behavior Technician certification within 6 months of completion of required training modules

 Clear Criminal Background Check

 Provide a minimum of two (2) professional references

Physical Requirements

 Able to sit and stand frequently and shift positions quickly

 Able to do the following for extended periods of time:

 Sit/kneel on floor

 Sit in a chair

 Stand

 Walk

 Able to safely intervene in crisis situations involving adolescents/staff, including providing physical guidance, physical prompts, etc.

 Pass Safety Care QBS Crisis Management Training and safely apply all crisis management procedures with adolescents when necessary.

Desired Qualifications:

 Currently pursuing a BA or MA degree, or already possess a BA degree, in Psychology, Special Education, or other related field with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis

 Education based on vocational work experience (Young Child through Adult)

 Skilled in social skill development

 Knowledge and experiences with assistive technology

 Pursing BCBA or BCaBA

 Knowledge of behavioral principles and instructional strategies based on behavior analysis

 Experience implementing ABA therapy

Specific duties include:

 Behavior Technicians will provide one-on-one and group ABA therapy as defined within the treatment plan.

 Implementing behavior plans

 Behavior Technicians will primarily work in conjunction with the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to decrease problem behaviors and increase skill acquisition with children with ASD and other developmental disabilities.

 Behavior Technicians will be required to monitor the childs skill acquisition progress and evaluate the implementation of behavior intervention plans

 Behavior Technicians will be required to maintain and protect the well-being of all clients as well as maintain client confidentiality.

 Build rapport with each client, creating and maintaining motivation

 Actively participates in improving the quality of the program and center

 Makes and maintains materials for instructional and treatment programs

 Accurately records data (both digital and paper) for behavior reduction and skill acquisition programing

 Assists in problem solving for programing

 Attends all supervision and team meetings

 Effectively implements crisis and physical intervention procedures

 Implements daily hygiene and toileting programs for clients if appropriate

 Communicates appropriately with parents in person and in writing

Professional Development and Training:

 Attends all staff trainings

 Actively participate in initial and follow-up training in applied behavior analysis methodology and crisis management

 Maintain CPR and First Aid certification

Schedule & Compensation:

 Applicants hours may vary based on part or full-time employment ranging from 8:00am “ 6:30pm

 Accrued vacation time based on hours worked

 All full time employees are eligible for benefit package (BCBS PPO)

 Quarterly reviews (October, January, April, July) conducted for bonus eligibility. Requirements:

o 90% overall evaluation score

o All competencies above 80%

o Individuals on a current performance improvement plan will not be eligible for quarterly bonuses

 Annual raises

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