Behavior Technician

Experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) preferred

Move frequently throughout the therapeutic setting to gather materials, anticipate, and respond to the movement of a patient, and/or provide instruction in a variety of settings, such as school, playground, clinic, or community locations

Constantly position oneself to participate and respond to the movements and behaviors of patients, including but not limited to bending to assist a patient, kneeling/crouching to teach a play skill, hurrying to block an open doorway, or reaching to prevent a patient from entering a traffic congested street

Be able to utilize continuous visual tracking to monitor the movement of patients, as well as the items and circumstances in the surrounding environment

Occasionally move to evade aggressive behaviors and/or physically block attempts to aggress towards others.  Responding to behaviors may occasionally require bearing weight of a patient who is leaning, pushing, etc.

Frequently teach patients to use vocal speech.

Provide direct treatment to patients under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor in a 1:1 or group environment

Provide treatment that exceeds CARD’s clinical quality standards

Collect and record data on patient progress with high fidelity

Review and implement Clinical Supervisor feedback during each treatment session

Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, families, and colleagues

Provide a safe and supportive environment for patients, families, and colleagues