Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and social service solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:

• The voice of our children and families always comes first
• Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
• We take great joy in service to others
• Our families and our communities deserve our very best

Canopy has been designated a Great Place to Work® for the fourth consecutive year, and is one of only eight companies in Mississippi to qualify for this certification in 2023-2024. Canopy’s employees are charged with building a healthy work culture within their teams, that focus on trust, and the collective goal of helping kids thrive and families to overcome extraordinary challenges.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive Compensation
• 403b Retirement Plan with Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• PTO/Vacation
• Employee Wellness Program and Counseling Services

Lead Behavior Technician - Position Overview

• Provides applied behavior analysis (ABA) services to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) under the guidance and supervision of the Clinic Manager, or Behavior Analyst 1 or 2.
• The Lead Behavior Technician provides clinical services in the clinic and community settings.
• They maintain a credential as a registered behavior technician (RBT).
• They are often delegated tasks to support the Clinic Manager or Behavior Analyst 1 or 2.
• They should be a good peer model for Behavior Technicians given they have more education and experience than these team members.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides ABA-based individual therapy in both clinic and community settings.
• Provides ABA-based group therapy.
• Provide physical assistance to client who cannot care for themselves with certain hygiene functions including but not limited to toileting, diapering, cleaning and feeding. Clients may require diapering due to health, training, physical or mental problems which necessitate the use of diapers. These clients may require changing either on a daily, scheduled basis or on an “as needed” basis. In any event, these tasks should be performed with dignity and respect for the student and in a private, safe, secure setting.
• Documents protocol changes and updates to client graphs as instructed by Clinic Manager or Behavior Analyst 1 and 2.
• Conducts IOA and integrity checks for Behavior Technicians as assigned by Clinic Manager or Behavior Analyst 1 and 2.
• Conducts follow-up behavioral assessments as assigned by Clinic Manager or Behavior Analyst 1 and 2.
• Conducts protocol binder audits for all clients.
• Assists in creating treatment materials as assigned by Clinic Manager or Behavior Analyst 1 and 2.
• Assigns work tasks to Behavior Technicians as needed
• Communicates clinical issues to Clinic Manager or Behavior Analyst 1 and 2.
• Participates in supervision according to organization regulations.
• Assists Clinic Manager or Behavior Analyst 1 and 2 as needed.
• Maintains RBT credential.
• Completes progress notes by deadlines (48 hours).
• Participates in weekly team meetings.
• Responsible for keeping all storage and materials organized and in-stock.
• Maintains appropriate organization documentation.
• Complete client feedback forms at the end of sessions.
• Knowledge of discrete trial methods; pivotal response techniques, picture exchange system, other appropriate. strategies and methods for shaping children behaviors, characteristics of a variety of disabilities, and data collection and usage. Follow written protocols and procedures as specified.
• Participate in staff trainings.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of an Associate’s Degree from an accredited Community College (or equivalent time at a four-year university) is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Special Education, Social Work or related discipline with at least one year's experience working with individuals with autism or related developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Must complete required training modules, competency check, and exam to obtain and maintain registered behavior technician (RBT) requirement within the 90 day Orientation period.
• Must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid Mississippi driver’s license, a good driving record, proof of legally appropriate auto liability insurance, and must be willing to use personal vehicle for organization business.
• Personal vehicle must be in good working condition and must be available on a daily basis in order to appropriately carry out job duties.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)