Behavior Technician (Behavior Therapist)
On-siteNewton, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Implement academic, social language, and behavioral programming using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for students with autism spectrum disorders, developmental delays, or emotional/behavioral disorders. Create teaching materials aligned with curriculum frameworks and assist in functional assessments to refine behavior programs with minimal supervision. Maintain program books, summarize weekly progress, and support students during transitions, recess, and lunch while optimizing social interactions. Report to supervisors and utilize feedback to modify programs. This role requires physical ability to respond to unsafe student behaviors, including restraints and moving furniture, and may involve home-based services or travel within the local area.
Required Qualifications
- 1-3 years previous experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Developmental Delay or Emotional/Behavioral Disorders in an educational setting
- Training and experience using the tenets and techniques of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- willingness to be trained
- Completion of a bachelor's degree
- Degree in education, special education or related fields such as psychology
- training in Applied Behavior Analysis
- commitment to becoming familiar with modifying curriculum to align with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks
- Verbal, written language, technology skill and interpersonal communication skill
- Must be physically able to respond (e.g. push, pull, or carry at least 60 lbs) to students who are physically unsafe and use physical restraints as part of a de-escalation process
- Must be able to physically respond to students who have bolted from the building
- Must be able to physically maintain a safe learning environment, including moving furniture in response to a crisis situation
- Regularly required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds
- Consistent, reliable and punctual attendance
Desired Qualifications
- If you have the relevant experience and are currently enrolled in a degree program
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