Under the primary supervision of the Clinical Manager and with supervision input from Behavior Therapist the Behavior Therapists (BTs) primary duty is to teach new skills to clients at Crossroads Learning Center. The BT provides instruction to clients through the implementation of the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). The BT is responsible for helping clients achieve their goals and objectives outlined in their Treatment Plan. The BT is also serves as the Case Manager for 1 to 2 clients and is responsible for helping design and modify curriculum learning materials and behavior programs.Clinical Responsibilities:Provides onetoone instruction for clients according to program design.Leads small group instruction.Implements instructional programs and behavior management procedures according to client specific management guidelines behavior intervention plan reinforcement system guidelines and/or as directed by the supervisor.Records program data behavior data and other daily data as specified in the program or as prescribed by case supervisor. Completes all required forms and endofsession responsibilities (e.g. home logs session notes etc. in a timely manner.Creates and maintains Case Clients programming and learning materials.Maintains Case Clients Electronic files.Updates Behavior Plan as assigned by Clinical Manager.Constructs Monthly Client Meeting Form per protocol.Makes curriculum and material changes within one week of clinics Monthly Client Meetings and supervision meetings.Monitors client progress and alerts the Clinical Manager of changes in trends or stagnant progress.Updates other Behavior Therapists on Case Clients progress and updates to programming.Assists in the preparation of progress reports and evaluations.Helps develop biannual goals.Education Requirements and Necessary Skills:Bachelors degree in Education Behavior Analysis or related field preferred.Experience working with children with autism and related disabilities preferred.Knowledge and experience in Applied Behavior Analysis preferred.Proficient oral and written communication skills.Ability to work independently.Proficient in computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.Caring compassionate hardworking and punctual. A valid drivers license.Has access to a reliable vehicle.Must be able to pass CORI and SORI check.Physical Requirements:The ability to move quickly and confidently to intervene when protective holds and/or movements are necessary.The ability to pursue a bolting client.The ability to successfully complete Safety Care training which requires:Lifting half of body weightPivotingSquattingKneelingRemaining in kneeling position for an extended timeStanding from kneeling while supporting client weight without pushing off ground with handsShuffling frontwards and backwardsAssisting a client to the floor Stabilizing a client in a standing or seated position
Behavior Therapist - Preschool
