Job Description

The Registered Behavioral Technician provides supports in the field of applied behavioral analysis (ABA) and works under the supervision of a Board Certified Analysis (BCBA) supporting individuals with their daily needs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

This list of essential functions is not intended to be limiting. Sunnyhill, Inc. reserves the right to revise this job description as needed to comply with actual job requirements. The essential duties reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

• Follows and implements individualized behavior intervention plans and strategies developed by the BCBA to address specific behavioral goals and objectives.
• Provides direct, one-on-one behavioral support to persons we support in various settings, such as home and in the community.
• Accurately collects and records data on persons we support behavior and progress during sessions.
• Collaborates with the ABA team to ensure consistency and effectiveness in implementing strategies.
• Uses behavior analysis techniques to teach and reinforce adaptive skills, communication skills and social skills.
• Handle challenging behaviors in a professional and therapeutic manner, following agency policies.
• Advises and consults with the family and other agency personnel.
• Participates in in-service programs and presents in-service programs as assigned.
• Participates with all other health care personnel in individualized care planning.
• With the BCBA/BCaBA, supports persons we support and family/significant others in home programs and protocols.
• Observes confidentiality and safeguards all people we support health related information.
• Immediately reports to BCBA/BCaBA any incidents/variances or complaints.
• Adheres to Agency standards and consistently interprets and accurately performs all assigned responsibilities.
• Reports all incomplete work assignments to BCBA.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Registered Behavioral Technician Certificate or able to obtain within three (3) months of hire.

Required Skills/Abilities & Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and function well in a high-paced (at times stressful) environment.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance (use of personal vehicle required at times)
• Acceptable background checks

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand, walk, and sit four (4) hours at a time.
• Repetitive bending and reaching up to two (2) hours a day.
• Able to lift 25 pounds from floor to waist.

This is not an employment contract. This job description is not, nor is it intended to constitute a contract of employment between Sunnyhill, Inc. and the employee engaged to perform the job described herein ("employee"). Sunnyhill, Inc. reserves its full rights as the employer and the relationship between Sunnyhill, Inc. and the employee is intended to be one of employment at will meaning that both Sunnyhill, Inc. and the employee shall have the same right to terminate the employment relationship at any time, without prior notice, and either with or without cause. Sunnyhill, Inc. further reserves the right to amend all or any portion of this job description (including, but not limited to, the duties, responsibilities, and requirements for the job) at any time and from time to time without prior notice to employee.