What are the responsibilities and job description for the Club & Hub Behavior Technician position at BurJuman Mall?
Description
Job Purpose
This position provides direct instruction to adults with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders within center and community-based settings using the principles of applied behavior analysis. The Club & Hub Behavior Technician will work with other staff to teach group activities, lead community-based activities, collect data, and prepare learning materials and curriculum as requested by the Club & Hub Program Supervisor.
Duties And Responsibilities
Preparation/Materials
Club & Hub Behavior Technicians may assume the following responsibilities as assigned by the Club & Hub Program Supervisor as part of their professional development:
This is a part-time position. This position involves participation in community-based instruction and working with adult participants who have the potential to exhibit disruptive and/or aggressive behavior.
Requirements
Job Purpose
This position provides direct instruction to adults with autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders within center and community-based settings using the principles of applied behavior analysis. The Club & Hub Behavior Technician will work with other staff to teach group activities, lead community-based activities, collect data, and prepare learning materials and curriculum as requested by the Club & Hub Program Supervisor.
Duties And Responsibilities
Preparation/Materials
- Ensures that adult participants’ arrival and departure times are documented correctly when they start, end, or change services
- Sets up materials and learning environments for adult participant(s) success
- Assists in creating, organizing, and maintaining group activities, clubs, and other necessary materials
- Ensures that each adult participant is actively engaged and making progress towards their individualized program goals and objectives
- Runs group activities and clubs independently or in collaboration with other staff members
- Provides supports as outlined in the individual’s Individualized Services Plan
- Uses evidence-based instructional techniques during program implementation
- Takes advantage of natural teaching opportunities
- Implements behavior support plans (BSP) accurately
- Implements additional instructional protocols accurately (e.g., meal preparation, toileting, etc.)
- Safely transports adult participants to community settings as requested/required
- Ensures that programs are implemented accurately and efficiently while in public
- Takes advantage of natural teaching opportunities in public
- Interacts appropriately and respectfully with other community members
- Assists adult participants in managing valuables including money and personal belongings
- Leaves and arrives on time for community-based activities
- Documents adult learner progress with daily progress notes
- Participates in team meetings, case reviews, and all staff meetings as requested
- Coordinates and collaborates with other members of each participant’s multi-disciplinary treatment team
- Communicates with Club & Hub Program Supervisor about programs requiring troubleshooting
- Reports supply needs and inventory status to the Club & Hub Program Supervisor in a timely manner (e.g., reinforcer supplies, program supplies, van maintenance/gasoline, etc.)
- Collects data accurately
- Maintains accurate graphs in digital format
- Updates all program information in data sheets or via electronic data collection in a timely manner (e.g., within 1 business day)
- Takes initiative to problem solve group or individual programming needs
- Communicates any remarkable trends in behavior that might need programming or intervention to Club & Hub Program Supervisor
- Arrives on time for work
- Shows flexibility to change
- Has a positive attitude towards adult participants and staff
- Adheres to safety protocols
- Makes prudent use of General Leave time
- Assists with special projects and assignments as requested
- Takes on additional responsibilities when work is complete
- Assists in keeping common spaces clean and organized
- Accepts feedback and constructive criticism
- Adheres to the mission, vision, and values of VIA
Club & Hub Behavior Technicians may assume the following responsibilities as assigned by the Club & Hub Program Supervisor as part of their professional development:
- Analyze and summarize adult performance data
- Assist with assessments and adult program development
- Design and prepare future group activities, clubs, or community-based activities
This is a part-time position. This position involves participation in community-based instruction and working with adult participants who have the potential to exhibit disruptive and/or aggressive behavior.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency required
- Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Experience in the application of applied behavior analysis (ABA) or experience working with individuals who have autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders is preferred
- Valid driver’s license required