Provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment to children and adolescents with
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), provided the services are within the experience and
competence of the practitioner.
Responsibilities
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Is prepared for each session (e.g., charged IPAD, is current on any clinical updates)
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Accurately reports time and gather signatures (yourself and from parent) verifying session occurred
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Implement the program/activities determined by the Program Manager and/or Director including appropriate stimuli, reinforcement and materials
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Accurately captures quantitative and qualitative data each session
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Implements trained methods (e.g., discrete trial, visuals, generalization, naturalistic teaching) in an individualized manner
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Attend all scheduled patient sessions and meetings with program team.
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Follows all protocols for canceled Sessions- (see employee handbook)
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Adhere to all guidelines related to ethics, HIPAA and workplace safety
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Maintain a high degree of professionalism, including adhering to all policies listed in the BIA Employee Policies.
Accountabilities
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Use program techniques in the most effective manner
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Maintain a positive environment through prompting and redirection
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Implement activities with appropriate pace, voice and reinforcement
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Become a model of professionalism for fellow staff
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Communicate pro-actively to resolve conflict or confusion with program team
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Understand goals of activities and implementation procedures
Decision Rights
All Program decision rights are that of a program supervisor. It is your responsibility to
check with a program supervisor with questions and concerns as needed.
Desired Traits
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Develop a unique rapport with each patient
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Create opportunities for successful interactions
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Seek to increase knowledge of autism and treatment approaches
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Consistently collaborate with others and contribute as a team member
Qualifications
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18 year of age or older, High School Diploma or equivalent
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Attain Board Certified Autism Technician (BCAT) certification within first 90 days of
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employ with BIA (mandatory for continued employment)
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Attend mandatory trainings which will include Behavior Technician continuing education
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requirements (i.e., attaining CEs maintaining documentation)
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Completed 40-hours of Competency Based Training designed by a BIA BCBA