Behavior Technician - Merrillville

Company: Hopebridge, LLC
Location: Merrillville
Posted on: January 12, 2022

Job Description:

Description:
Provide 1:1 ABA therapy to children under the clinical direction of a BCBA. The ABA Therapist will be responsible for skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction plans developed by the BCBA to deliver quality therapeutic services to each child.Responsibilities:Complete daily acquisition skills, maintenance, and mastered skills as directed by BCBACollect accurate data on a daily basisComplete all data sheets, programming sheets, and progress notes dailyFollow behavior plan, individualized treatment plan, and reinforcement schedule as prescribedImplement appropriate teaching strategies and behavior modification approachesComplete all programing requests from BCBAs and Program Coordinators in a timely mannerMaintain organization of patient binder and ensure proper storage of binder at the end of each day.Maintain cleanliness of center and ensure it looks presentable at all timesAdhere to policies and procedures of HopebridgeAssist in providing a safe environment for all patients and staffAssist with problem solving to improve efficiency and morale within the clinicPortray a positive attitude and maintain a customer and co-worker satisfaction level that limits adverse situations or complaintsPromote Hopebridge philosophies, generating team spirit and creating and maintaining an environment that fosters staff satisfaction, maximizes productivity and profitabilityAttend weekly meetings and training as requestedPass the RBT competency and written exam after RBT training is completeCompetencies:Attention to Detail - the ability to see and pay attention to details; the ability to recognize the component parts of a procedure or object, and to verify the correctness or error in an individual part or procedureAttitude Toward Others - maintaining a positive, open, and objective attitude toward othersCommitment to the Job - motivation from within oneself to stay focused and committed to a taskEmotional Control - the ability to maintain a rational and objective demeanor when faced with stressful or emotional situations; a measure of self-composure in a difficult situation and the ability to act objectively, rather than impulsively or emotionallyEnjoyment of the Job - the feeling that one's job is both fulfilling and rewarding and that it has a positive and useful benefit.Flexibility - the ability to readily modify, respond to, and integrate change with minimal personal resistanceHandling Stress - the ability to balance and defuse inner tensions and stresses; the ability to appropriately separate yourself from stressful situations and maintain your own sense of inner peace.

Requirements:
Must be at least 18 years of agePossess a minimum of a high school diplomaMust be able to obtain and maintain a CPR certificationSuccessful completion and maintenance of Safety Care TrainingPreferred Skills:Bachelor's degree in related field is highly preferred (ABA, Behavioral Health, Education, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Speech Language Pathology, etc.)Must possess excellent communication skills both written and oralPrior positive interactions and experience with the pediatric populationPhysical Demands:Must have full physical dexterity/agility or be able to independently position self and perform all movements required (bending, kneeling, computer typing, standing, fetching documents from file cabinets).Must have sufficient corrected or uncorrected vision to carry out all duties and responsibilities.Need to be able to lift and carry pediatric population (weight ranging from 5 to 50 lbs.)Reasonable accommodations can be provided to assist or enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, upon request.Work Environment:Multidisciplinary clinic that uses collaborative approachInside office workplace where patients meet with therapistsComfortable environment for children and parentsDisclaimerThe above statements reflect general functions of this job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all work requirements inherent in this job. The immediate supervisor may elaborate on or add to the above list if the duties come within the employee's realm of responsibility.Hopebridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, arrest record or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.PI158826912

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