Behavior Technicians

Location: Big Rapids, Michigan

Position Summary:

Behavior Consultants Inc is looking for a part-time (possibly moving to full time) Behavior Technician. Candidate must be available 4-5 days during the week between 9 am-7 pm and one weekend day per month. Individuals must be interested in working one-on-one with children affected by autism spectrum disorders using the principles and teaching procedures of applied behavior analysis (ABA). Individuals should be highly motivated, have a desire to learn, and enjoy working with children. All of our Behavior Technicians are provided with a comprehensive training package prior to beginning work with children and training is ongoing under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) through the length of employment.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree preferred but not required
• Experience and training in Applied Behavior Analysis preferred but not required
• Experience with young children a plus!
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Regular access to a computer with high speed internet
• Valid Michigan driver’s license and auto insurance
• Must have daily access to a reliable and insured vehicle
• Must be willing to travel to client location– (typically travel will not exceed more than one hour from home office)
• Individuals with a degree, or currently taking classes toward a degree in education, psychology, or a related field preferred but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Engage clients in daily activities through implementation of an individualized, behavioral therapy program
• Follow set protocol developed by Master’s Level Board Certified Behavior Analyst
• Travel to and work in home, community and school settings
• Collect daily data, graph results and implement behavioral support developed by Master’s Level Board Certified Behavior Analyst
• Timely communication with other members of the team (phone, email and text)
• Participate in meetings when needed

Hours/Availability:

• Part-time position available to start
• Must be available to work various M-F midafternoon and evenings shifts (2-8 pm) plus a few Saturday shifts per month

Compensation:

• We offer competitive starting wages for Behavior Technicians
• Benefits include paid vacation, health, vision, dental and retirement savings plan
• Tuition assistance available for qualified applicants

Required:

• Valid Michigan Driver’s License
• Proof of current Michigan No-Fault Auto Insurance

If you are interested in joining our team, please fill out our on-line application AND submit a cover letter and resumé to Sara Martens at: smartens@behaviorconsultantsinc.com for consideration.