Behavior Technician
4 days ago
Plainfield
Job Description Behavior Technician/Registered Behavior Technician Full Time/Non-Exempt Hours: Monday through Friday 8-6:00pm; hours scheduled based on client and operational needs Location: NNJ Region/Union County which includes such locations as: Roselle Park, Plainfield, Scotch Plains Compensation Range: $21.00-$26.00/per hour Reports to: NJ State and Regional Directors Position Summary: The Behavior Technician / Registered Behavior Technician (BT/RBT) provides direct 1:1 behavioral support to clients and students across multiple settings within an assigned geographic region. All BT/RBTs at FCS receive immersive training which includes mentorship and work with a variety of clients, locations, and schedules. BT/RBTs do not necessarily have a fixed client assignment or set daily schedule, which requires flexibility to support clients in various settings within the assigned region depending on program needs. All services are delivered under the supervision of a Behavior Support Clinician (BSC) or Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Job Responsibilities: • Work 1:1 with client in independent and group settings within the designation region, • Read and implement individualized treatment plans, • Collect session data and submit documentation in a timely manner, • Support healthy communication, social and behavioral skills, • Provide interactive therapeutic support to extinguish or minimize maladaptive behaviors, • Collaborate with the treatment team to increase positive behavioral outcomes This role will be part of the clinical team, reporting to the NJ State and Regional Directors. Basic Qualifications: • High School Diploma or equivalent, • 2 years working with children, • Comfortable in working with a variety of children and behavioral needs across a variety of settings without direct support from a supervisor, • Demonstrate strong competence and confidence with ABA principles, concepts, interventions, • Perform administrative tasks as assigned which may include creating program materials and caring for the environment within assigned clinics, • Competent in using technology for daily documentation, • Strong interpersonal and documentation skills, • Willingness to accept and implement feedback, • Bachelor's Degree in related field (Psychology, Education, Social Work), • 2 years of working in a direct care human services profession preferred Our benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation/sick pay, life insurance, short & long-term disability, access to EAP and discount plans, 401(k) retirement plan, and employee referral bonus plan. Who we are: First Children Services is comprised of a dedicated team of professionals committed to providing the very best services day in and day out. We integrate a variety of effective techniques along with family involvement to achieve optimum results. At First Children Services, children and their families with the most extraordinary challenges are met with compassion, dedication and determination. EEO: First Children Services is an equal opportunity employer and provider. Our agency prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. First Children Services is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us at . In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition ID number of the position for which you are applying.