Behavior Technician
21 days ago
Renton
Job Description Nice to meet you! We're Kyo. Kyo is a leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), an evidence-based therapy for individuals with autism. Kyo serves thousands of children and teens across ten states. Every day, we seek to achieve the unachievable for our clients. As a Behavior Therapist (BT), you will work 1 on 1 with clients to implement our child-centric therapy model in home, school and/or community environments. In partnership with your clinical supervisor, you will incorporate each child's unique interests into fun, play-based sessions. Join our team to receive personalized mentorship and professional growth opportunities while making a difference! Pay Range: King County: $22.50-26.50 DOE All Other Areas: $21.00-$25.00 DOE $1,500 Sign on Bonus for CBTs Afternoon availability is not required for part-time CBTs WHY CHOOSE US? • Career with purpose: Transform lives by helping children with autism achieve meaningful outcomes., • Flexibility: Balance work and life on your own terms., • 1:1 Mentorship: Receive robust mentorship to grow & excel., • Paid ABA Training: Attend our Behavior Therapist Academy with paid coursework., • Company-Paid Credentials: We cover your RBT credentials or state licenses (i.e. RBAI, CBT)., • Professional Development & Training: Acquire skills that open doors across healthcare and beyond., • Employee rewards: Enjoy referral bonuses, performance incentives, and more., • Mileage Reimbursement: Get paid for drive time between clinical sessions., • Employee Assistance Program: Access support and wellness resources whenever needed., • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, vision, dental and life insurance benefits for staff working 30+ hours/week, plus 401k benefits for all., • Tuition Reimbursement & Supervision Hours: Get support for tuition (BCBA coursework and a generous discount on Purdue Global coursework)., • Inclusive Company Culture: We celebrate diverse perspectives as a driver of superior results.KYO'S BEHAVIOR THERAPISTS (aka BEHAVIOR TECHNICIANS):, • Provide 1:1 play-based instruction to clients using techniques from the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), as directed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), in home, school, and community settings., • Support clients and their families in achieving individualized and meaningful outcomes (for ex: learning to communicate their wants & needs, independently dressing themselves, or using coping strategies in place of challenging behaviors)., • Utilize safe & appropriate behavior management strategies when interacting with clients, some of whom may engage in physically challenging behavior(s)., • Utilize company-provided iPad for onsite data collection, and to report progress regarding client behavior with a high level of accuracy, consistency, and organization., • Communicate clearly, respectfully and openly with all team members, clients, and clients' parents/caregivers., • Participate in team meetings and employee trainings., • Provide accurate and consistent availability and communicate any upcoming changes., • Comply with all company policies, including mandatory reporting of child health & safety concerns as described in the company's employee handbook. WHAT YOU'LL NEED:, • Experience and Interest in Child Interaction: Prior experience, formal or informal, working with children., • Highly preferred: Current student or recent graduate and/or experience in a related field within the last three years., • Part-Time Availability: Minimum availability options include either three afternoons and two mornings, or five afternoons per week., • Full-Time Availability: Available Monday through Friday, 8am-7pm (a maximum 8 hours worked per day)., • Transportation: Reliable vehicle with valid in-state driver's license and insurance (public transit permitted for certain San Francisco cases). Willing to drive up to 45 minutes between client locations., • Education and Age: High school diploma or equivalent and at least 18 years old., • Background Check and Health Requirements: Ability to pass DOJ/FBI background check and TB test (if applicable)., • Certification: Willingness to obtain/maintain Registered Behavior Technician certification or ABA licensure, if needed., • Technology Skills: Experience using a tablet, with preferred familiarity in Apple iPad and Google Suite, and ability to navigate various online platforms., • Commitment to Development: Willingness to engage in ongoing training for clinical, professional, ethical, and technological skills.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:, • Mobility and Physical Abilities: Must be able to walk, stand, squat, crouch, bend, stoop, sit on the ground, and quickly stand up from the ground or floor for extended periods., • Manual Dexterity: Must possess the manual dexterity to enter data regularly into a computer, tablet, or phone., • Visual Abilities: Requires close, distance, and peripheral vision, as well as the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to read and comprehend written communication from various electronic and paper sources., • Auditory Abilities: Requires the ability to perceive sounds at normal to below-normal speaking levels (with or without correction) and to discern details and spatial cues in sound, including in noisy environments., • Verbal Communication: Must be able to speak clearly to be easily understood and to receive detailed information through oral communication.