Behavior specialist Jobs in Memphis, TN

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Overview
Join our dynamic team as a Behavior Technician and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and individuals with developmental disabilities. In this role, you will implement evidence-based behavioral interventions, primarily using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), to support clients with autism and other behavioral health needs. Your compassionate approach and dedication will foster growth, independence, and improved quality of life for those you serve. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in behavioral therapy while working in a supportive, patient-centered environment.


At ABC Behavior Therapy LLC, our behavior technicians are professionals who have completed a minimum of a 40-hour intensive training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), have successfully passed a competency assessment administered by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and received a passing score on the Registered Behavior Technician exam through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board in order to become a Registered Behavior Technician. All behavior technicians are continually supervised by an agency BCBA on a weekly basis and engage in behavior analytic professional development activities. Behavior technicians are responsible for the direct implementation of skill acquisition and behavior-reduction plans developed by the BCBA. The behavior technician may also collect data and conduct certain types of assessments (e.g., stimulus preference assessments) under the supervision of a BCBA. The behavior technician is not responsible for the designing of interventions, conducting in-depth assessments, or developing skill acquisition or behavior reduction plans. It is the responsibility of the designated BCBA supervisor of the behavior technician to determine which tasks a behavior technician may perform as a function of his or her training, experience, and competence. The designated BCBA supervisor is ultimately responsible for the work performed by the behavior Technician.


Department: ABC Behavior Therapy


Reports to: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA); Lead RBT


Supervision Over: None.


Position Type: RBT


Availability: Monday through Friday 8a-4:15p


Minimum Qualifications:


● Must be at least 18 years of age


● Preferred a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, special education, or related field; Master’s degree preferred. Additional certification as a special education teacher, school social worker, or school psychologist in the state of Tennessee is preferred.


● A minimum of 2 years’ experience in working with children, adolescents, and/or adults with special needs


● Implement appropriate behavioral intervention strategies


● Learning and teaching theories and instructional methods


● Knowledge of ethics, laws, and regulations of acceptable behavior interventions


● Developmental processes of children, adolescents, and adults


● Interpersonal skills needed to manage crisis situations


● Technology, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint


● Correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling


● Bilingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply


● Assess situations and make proper judgments


● Understand behavioral situations and react accordingly in an ethical manner


● Objectively analyze crisis situations


● Respond quickly to emergency situations


● Communicate effectively and make recommendations to various agency staff and outside professionals, groups, or individuals


● Perform general clerical duties including maintain accurate client records and preparing clear and concise reports


● Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with a diverse group of clients, parents/caregivers, school personnel, and other agency staff


● Use a computer and behavioral software (Catalyst) to prepare documents and maintain client records


● Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines ● Follow guidance from senior level staff to enhance own professional development


● Work with a diverse team of professionals in a respectful manner


● Supervise clients during treatment sessions


Other Requirements:


● Successful completion of fingerprinting, criminal history background check, and drug testing upon request


● Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.


● Ability to sit on the floor, crawl on knees, run if needed, and most importantly have patience!


● Flexible


● Multitasking


● Transparency


Job Duties:


● Client Focused at all TIMES


● Maintain a clean and sanitized work environment (cleaning therapy rooms after each session)


● Provide direct behavioral services to clients in individual and group sessions


● Run skill acquisition programs with clients using Applied Behavior Analysis and Verbal Behavior Analysis


● Complete daily program writing and maintain client’s program book


● Work with Board Certified Behavior Analysts and/or Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts to implement individualized treatment plans


● Collect behavior and skill acquisition data


● Maintain respect and confidentiality for all clients


● Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies


● Maintain and protect the well-being of all clients during treatment sessions and when emergency crisis situations arise


● Other job duties as assigned administrator


Additional Job Requirements:


● Attend and successfully complete the following: (Failure to successfully complete these trainings can jeopardize the ability to be employed at the agency):


o New staff orientation


o CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) program and renew certification annually o First Aid/CPR/AED training as needed


o Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) Training


o HIPAA/HITECH/FERPA Training


o Use of data collection


o A 40-hour training by our agency on Applied Behavior Analysis that is based upon the Behavior Analyst Certification Board’s Registered Behavioral Technician Task List,


successfully complete the Registered Behavioral Technician Competency Assessment, and pass the RBT examination to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).


Other agency or state specific trainings specify here


ABC Behavior Therapy LLC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.