Behavior Technician
DISCOVERY SCHOOLS LLC
Location
Farmington, Missouri
Salary
$23 - $26 / HOUR
Quick overview
The Behavior Technician provides 1
1 and small group support to students by implementing individualized treatment plans and behavior intervention strategies. They are responsible for collecting precise behavioral data, managing classroom transitions, and assisting with crisis intervention.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold at least a high school diploma, with a bachelor's degree preferred. Applicants are required to have or be eligible for sub-certification within 30 days, while valid RBT certification is preferred.
Job description
A Discovery Schools Traveling Behavior Technician/ Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) provides 1:1 and small group behavioral support to students, implementing individualized treatment plans and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as needed in various Discovery Schools locations - Fox, Farmington, Desoto, and Rolla. BTs work in classrooms to reduce problematic behaviors, increase social/academic skills, and collect data, often helping with IEP implementation and crisis intervention.
Benefits
Company vehicle, company gas card, PTO, and health insurance. Full time, but part-time could be considered.
Key Responsibilities and Duties • Direct Implementation
- Delivers 1:1 or small group supports/ services, implementing BIPs and skill acquisition programs with fidelity.
- Data
- Collection: Records precise data on behavior, frequency, duration, and skill acquisition (e.g., A-B-C data).
- Support &
- Collaboration: Collaborates with teachers, paraprofessionals, and administrators to support students within the classroom environment, including managing transitions and social interactions.
- Behavior
- Reduction: Implements strategies to decrease challenging behaviors and teaches appropriate replacement behaviors.
- Crisis
- Management: Leads/assists team in supporting a student in crisis.
- Documentation: Maintains accurate behavioral data and clinical notes to assist in developing or modifying IEP goals.
- Training &
- Safety: Participates in staff training, applies safe crisis management techniques, and follows school safety policies.
Key Requirements • Certification
- Required: Sub certification or eligible to receive within 30 days
- Preferred: Valid RBT Certification from the BACB. Extensive experience will be considered.
- Education: High school diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Skills:
- Strong communication skills
- Patience
- Knowledge/understanding of the function of behaviors and strategies to address
- Ability to work in high-stress situations
- Ability to work both independently and with a team
- Dedication to student growth
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Company vehicle
- Company gas card
