Description

Job Purpose

The LYH Behavior Technician provides clinical and educational programming to students with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders within a classroom of up to eight to twelve students using the principles of applied behavior analysis.

Duties and Responsibilities

Preparation/Materials

Assists in creating materials as instructed by Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Special Education Teacher
Ensures that materials are well organized, complete, and replaced as needed
Alerts BCBA or Special Education Teacher if materials may need to be ordered prior to running out

Teaching

Runs instructional sessions independently
Runs educational programs accurately
Performs error correction procedure accurately
Takes advantage of natural teaching opportunities
Implements behavior support plans accurately
Manages other challenging behaviors effectively
Implements additional protocols accurately (e.g., medicine, diet, toileting)
Supervises higher ratios of learners during lunch or other non-instructional periods
Provides instruction in 1:1, 1:2, or small group arrangements

Communication

Maintains home/school contact (e.g., daily communication logs)
Participates in classroom, team, and all staff meetings as requested
Coordinates and collaborates with learner’s related service personnel as applicable
Communicates with supervisors about problem programs and behavior
Maintains weekly schedule and communicates availability to supervisor as required

Data Collection and Analysis

Collects data accurately, quickly, and consistently
Maintains accurate graphs in electronic data collection system
Updates all program information in data sheets and/or electronic data collection system in a timely manner
Alerts BCBA or Special Education Teacher if data is variable or if no progress has been made for assigned students

Professionalism

Arrives on time for work
Shows flexibility to change
Has a positive attitude towards students and staff members
Adheres to safety protocols
Makes prudent use of sick/personal time
Assists with special projects and assignments as requested
Takes on additional responsibilities when work is complete
Assists in keeping common spaces clean and organized
Accepts feedback and constructive criticism
Adheres to the mission, vision and values of VIA

School Inclusion (If Applicable)

Safely transports learners to other school for instruction as requested/required
Uses discretion with prompts while in inclusion setting
Promotes independence in inclusion setting
Modifies school curriculum when necessary
Facilitates communication with peers in inclusion setting
Facilitates communication with inclusion staff
Collects data when necessary in inclusion setting
Notifies supervisor when support programs are needed
Represents VIA with professionalism

Community- Based Education/ Vocational Training (If Applicable)

Safely transports learners to community settings as requested/required
Uses discretion with prompts while in public
Promotes independence and competence with skills
Takes advantage of natural teaching opportunities in public
Interacts appropriately with other community members
Collects data when necessary in community
Manages learners’ valuables including money and personal belongings
Leaves and arrives on time for community-based programs
Notifies supervisor when support programs are needed
Represents VIA with professionalism

Position Type

This is a full-time position. This position involves working with students who exhibit challenging and/or aggressive behavior and participation in community outings.

Requirements

Qualifications

Valid driver’s license required
High school diploma or equivalency required
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Experience in the application of applied behavior analysis (ABA) in the education of students with autism is preferred

Learn more about this Employer on their Career Site