PURPOSE OF POSITION:
The Behavior Technician (BT) is responsible for providing direct implementation of behavior analytic
services for children birth to five years of age with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the BCBA, the BT provides direct services for children diagnosed with ASD. All
intervention services will occur in child development center classrooms, ABA Clinic, or other locations
under the discretion of the BCBA.
Note: This is a part-time position 8:15 AM -1:15PM (25hrs/wk).
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but are not limited to):
Behavior Standard – 50% of Position
Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that you get along
with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
Attendance Standard
Maintains excellent punctuality and attendance
Fundamental: Day to Day
* Create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.
* Works with children 1:1 for a minimum of four hours per day.
* Under supervision of direct supervisor (BCBA), implements ABA intervention for children diagnosed
on the autism spectrum in child development center classrooms, ABA Clinic, or other locations.
* Completes necessary documentation within required timeframe, including behavioral data
collection and graphing, treatment notes, and other company-related documents for each client.
* Remains current regarding new research, current trends and developments in ABA and related
fields.
* Upholds RBT certification requirements set forth by the BACB throughout length of employment.
* Responsible for meeting established minimum productivity requirements, while providing efficient
and effective service in all areas of performance (takes direction for immediate and ongoing
projects as dictated by the BCBA).
* Follows RBT Task Analysis 2 and code of ethics in accordance with the Behavior Analysis
Certification Board (BACB).
* Responsible to complete additional job duties (e.g., client material preparation) as assigned by
Supervisors/Management.
* Attends staff meetings, monthly trainings, and other meetings as requested.
* Communicates with the BCBA regarding on-going treatment progress in a timely manner.
* Uses open-ended questions to clarify understanding and gain information on child programs from
the BCBA and related team.
* Listens well, processes next steps, and appropriately responds to the situation as dictated by the
BCBA.
* Document and submit notes related to the session immediately after the session has occurred.
* Maintain and record data so that it may be displayed for visual analysis and easy dissemination per
the instructions of the BCBA
LEARNING and GROWTH
* Participates in training as required by funding sources and as necessary to enhance content area
resourcefulness and service delivery.
* Maintain compliance and competency with RBT certification.
* Attend conferences related to ABA as needed under the direction of the BCBA.
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS
* May be asked to participate in regular meetings with Babies Can’t Wait to ensure the smooth
delivery of services.
* As directed by the BCBA, collaborates with other professionals related to client needs (i.e., speech
therapists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, etc.)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
* The ability to stand for sustained periods of time.
* The ability to sit for sustained periods of time.
* The ability to walk or run for sustained periods of time including responding quickly to safety
concerns
* The ability to use hands and fingers to feel, operate a computer, and perform picking, pinching and
whole hand or arm handling tasks.
* The ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, sit on the floor, or crawl as needed when working with small
children on their level.
* The ability to reach, extending arms in any direction.
* The ability to push or pull objects weighing up to 35 pounds.
* The ability to lift and carry a child up to age 5
* The ability to work in both indoor conditions and outdoor conditions.
OTHER DUTIES:
* Performs other duties as assigned by BCBA/Director of
