BEHAVIORAL TECHNICIAN (HOURLY) - University of Washington : Job Details

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The UW Autism Center (UWAC) is currently hiring for Hourly, Part-Time Behavior Technicians. Our Behavior Technicians are key members of the Autism Center and will provide direct intervention to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in their homes as well as in clinic. Afternoon and evening availability (between 2 and 7PM) required along with reliable transportation.

The UW Autism Center (UWAC) is a nonprofit organization within the Institute on Human Development and Disability in UW Pediatrics and is devoted to supporting families affected by autism spectrum disorders through exceptional clinical services, innovative scientific research and high-quality training.

Position responsibilities include but not limited to:

PROVIDE INTERVENTION

* Provide direct 1:1 intervention to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in their homes as well as in clinic.

* Implement intervention protocols developed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) to increase skills/reduce problem behaviors and using principles of applied behavior analysis. Tailor procedures to fit individual interests/needs.

* Provide responsible, positive, sensitive intervention and care during therapy and will work under close supervision of masters level clinical staff.

DEVELOP MATERIALS

* Create picture cards, books, etc. as needed for the therapy program.

* Produce motivation charts, token boards, visual schedules, play materials, etc.

MANAGING RECORDS AND ORGANIZING THERAPY SPACE

* Organize and maintain computer and paper records of therapy including collecting and accurately recording data in each therapy session, graphing data and completing treatment notes.

* Maintain home and clinic therapy spaces in an organized, clean, and child-proof manner.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Two years of college-level course work in a relevant academic area AND two years of appropriate experience OR equivalent education/experience.

Desirable Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in related field (psychology, education, human/child development).

* Training and experience in early intensive behavioral intervention for children with autism, early intervention for toddlers, developmental psychology, behavior analysis, special education, or related fields and experience working directly with children and families with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

* Ability and willingness to interact with children in a spontaneous and creative way.

* This position involves physical care which may require moving children between the ages of 12-48 months.

* Excellent organizational skills.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Conditions of Employment:

* Please note that this position requires frequent traveling to multiple client homes daily, several times a week; the ability and flexibility to reliably travel to alternate work locations is critical.

* Access to vehicle for commuting to and from place of work to other sites; Licensure and certification, if appropriate to the field (e.g., Certified Behavior Technician (CBT))

* This position is subject to criminal background investigation, and TB testing.

* *Employees must have 40 hours of training according to the BACB Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Task List.Upon hire employees will be expected to pass a competency assessment and must be willing to complete Washington State requirements to work as a Certified Behavior Technician (CBT) through the WA State Department of Health. One example of a 40 hour training is included here:

* Afternoon and evening availability (between 2 and 7PM) required.

* Willingness to travel within 30-mile radius of home/UW.