Job Description

*Job Overview* We are seeking a dedicated Behavior Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with children and individuals with developmental disabilities, providing behavioral therapy and support. *Duties* - Implement behavior intervention plans designed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) - Assist individuals in performing activities of daily living (ADLs) - Educate and support clients in various settings - Document client progress and maintain accurate medical records - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans - Utilize behavior management techniques to address challenging behaviors - Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations *Requirements* - Experience working with children or individuals with developmental disabilities is preferred - Knowledge of behavioral therapy principles and techniques - Ability to provide patient care with compassion and empathy - Proficiency in maintaining medical records accurately - Strong interpersonal skills for working with people with developmental disabilities - Certification in behavior management is a plus Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities through compassionate care and evidence-based interventions.

PREREQUISITES: Meet Highly Qualified requirement of No Child Left Behind: A high school diploma or equivalent AND a) an Associate of Arts degree or higher, or b) 48 or more college units, or c) a passing score on a test (CBEST, ParaPro or CODESP) and relevant training or course work in child growth and development, instructional technology or closely related field. RBT certification.

One year of experience working with children of various age levels in a classroom setting and experience attending to students with physical needs preferred

Possess and maintain a valid First Aid Certificate and CPR Certificate

Willingness to complete at least 15 hours of additional training as required to perform the duties of the job; including, without limitation, annual training describing the duties as mandated reporters of child abuse

Valid California Driver’s License

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Frequently (34-66%): stretch and reach above shoulders
• Continuously (67-100%): bend, twist, push, pull, climb, squat, crawl and kneel
• Frequently (34-66%): employ the use of the Hoyer Lift to elevate up to 120 lbs. from floor to chest height
• Frequently (34-66%): lift 40-50 lbs. to waist height
• Frequently (34-66%): sit, reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stand and walk; grasp with hands and fingers; and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Continuously (67-100%): use hands to finger, handle or fell objects, tools, or controls; see (including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus), hear and speak; key (i.e., computer, calculator, telephone); and lift (up to 40 lbs.).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Approximately 95% of the time performing job duties is spent indoors, within a specialized classroom environment.
• While performing the duties of this job, constantly exposed to risk of trip and fall (over wheelchairs, walkers, IV stands, Hoyer lifts, crutches, etc.)
• Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Approximately 30 minutes each day is spent at bus loading area where noise is extremely shrill and loud.
• The temperature of the work environment is moderate and ranges from 65 – 80 degrees.

MACHINES, TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT:

• Seldom (1-5%): automobile
• Occasionally (6-33%): copier, fax and computer
• Frequently (34-66%): writing instruments and telephone
• Frequently (34-66%): hand-crank Hoyer lift, IV stands and tubes for feeding and medication

TRAVEL:

• This job class requires minimal routine travel within close proximity to the regular assigned work location.

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