Behavior Interventionist - Paid Training!

Position: Behavior Interventionist

Location: Farmington, NM

Reports to: Direct Clinical Supervisor (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)

Pay: $17 - $21 DOE

Minimum Availability Requirement: Providers must be available at least four afternoons per week between the hours of 3-7 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 Description

Behavior Change Institute is a nationally recognized service agency specializing 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 well-being of others!

Job Description

Behavior 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 respect

Follow all policies and protocols set forth in the BCI employee handbook

Collect 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 barriers

Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records and documentation

Implement the strategies outlined in the patient’s behavior intervention plan

Timely communication with your supervisor about the child you are working with, especially if there are any concerns

Direct 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 employ

Maintain professional boundaries with the child, family and circle of support per the BACB Professional and ethical Code of Conduct

All other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Authorization to work in the United States

18+ years of age

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Pre-employment professional reference & criminal background check clearance

Reliable transportation

Complete CPR or BLS certification within 30 days of employment

Ability to obtain RBT credential through BACB within required timeframe

Minimum of 1 years’ experience working with children, adolescents, and/or adults with special needs (preferred, but not required)

Preference for Spanish fluent (bilingual) candidates

Physical Requirements

Ability to run, walk, sit, stand (general mobility)

Use hands, reach with arms and lift or move up to 50lbs as needed

Vision 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

Schedule (Part time)

Four consecutive weeks days (Monday-Thursday / Tuesday-Friday) from 3-7pm for at least 3 consecutive hours per day.

OR

Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 3-7pm & one weekend day (Saturday / Sunday) for at least 3 consecutive hours per day.

Pay Differential: RBTs are able to receive a $2.00 per hour pay differential for all direct therapy services offered after hours.

After-hours is defined as:

Before 8:00 AM

After 6:00 PM

Saturdays and Sundays

Part-time Benefits

Paid Sick Time

Employee Assistance Program

Complimentary Counseling For Employees & Family Members

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Accident Coverage

Mandatory Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Training & Registration Process. Information on the RBT credential can be found at www.bacb.com

Candidates selected for employment must complete the RBT training program online from home to help them obtain their RBT credential needed to work in this position, unless candidates already have their RBT credential.

40 Hour online BACB approved coursework for the RBT credential

10 Hour attendance of virtual online Skills Clinics

After the RBT training is complete, you will begin working with a client while you complete your formal skills competency checklist and take your RBT Exam within 60 days of working with clients, RBT exam is provided at Pearson Professional Testing Center near you.

Behavior Change Institute is an approved RBT training center

Go to behaviorchangeinstitute.com or call/text Kristy at (575)415-4824 to learn more

Information on the RBT credential can be found at www.bacb.com

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 laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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