Behavior Technician Part-time (for adults)

Description

A Behavior Technician (BT) makes a meaningful difference in the lives of the clients served by Anchor Behavioral Solutions by providing high-quality behavioral services to adults with developmental disabilities. These individuals may exhibit challenging behaviors and are in need of support in reducing and managing them.

BTs operate under the direct supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and receive additional guidance from a Behavior Analyst (BA). They are responsible for implementing Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) and behavior intervention strategies developed by the BA and approved by the BCBA.

Services are delivered across various environments, including the client’s home, day program, and other community settings, with the goal of supporting the client’s physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with assigned BA and BCBA to implement the core principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
  

• Provide high-quality instruction and behavioral support to caregivers and staff of adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, physical aggression, and/or other related developmental disabilities
  

• Model the correct implementation of BSPs and behavioral strategies for families and staff.
  

• Train families and/or staff in the application of BSPs and recommended interventions.
  

• Monitor and assess implementation fidelity of BSPs by families, staff, and caregivers.
  

• Track and record behavioral data gathered during sessions and from family/staff reports using ReThink.
  

• Develop and prepare support materials necessary for the implementation of BSPs.
  

• Conduct routine visits to the client’s home, day program, or community settings to provide services and monitor progress.
  

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of behavior analysis principles in all interactions.
  

• Exhibit empathy, compassion, and professionalism in interactions with clients and their families.
  

• Maintain respectful, cooperative, and tactful communication with subordinates, peers, supervisors, clients, families, and other stakeholders.
  

• Cooperate with applicable state department or licensing division during legally mandated inspections or investigations.

Preferred Availability

• Weekdays: Between 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
  

• Weekends: As Needed
• Must be willing to travel to Essex, Passaic, Hudson, Bergen, Union Morris & Middlesex Counties

Requirements

Experience:

• Ideal candidates have 1 to 3 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities in an applicable educational or group setting, particularly within DDD (Division of Developmental Disabilities) and DOE (Department of Education) programs.

• Experience with physically aggressive and/or self-injurious clients is strongly preferred.
  

• Plan writing abilities/ability to demonstrate you can carry out the duties of creating BSP's is a plus.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Work, Public Health, or a related field is strongly preferred.
  

Certifications:

• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential preferred.

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to maintain client confidentiality.

• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.

• Must be 21 years of age or older.

• Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
  Must successfully complete State and Federal Criminal Background Checks and Central Registry Checks.

• Must possess and maintain a valid New Jersey driver’s license (or license from resident state).

• Must have basic technology skills and maintain access to a mobile device or personal computer to complete job-related tasks.

*Disclaimer: Once/If a position is offered, you will be required to complete a full ABS application*

Summary

Benefits at Anchor Behavioral Solutions
We value the well-being of our team and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees. Full-time team members are eligible for:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off (PTO)

• 401(k) with company matching

• Commuter benefits

Part-time employees are also eligible for paid time off. Eligibility for benefits begins once applicable requirements are met.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.