Behavior Technician ( $800 Bonus) - SFV and Santa Clarita

• Providing 1:1 in-home, non-medical respite care with behavioral supports to relieve family members and caregivers
• Implementing behavior support/intervention plans designed by a certified Behavior Analyst
• Implementing instructional and environmental modifications to produce socially significant improvements through skill acquisition and behavior reduction
• Implementing evidence-based (ABA) strategies and techniques
• Collecting and recording behavioral data, completing daily logs and summation notes, and supporting progress monitoring toward goals and objectives
• Interfacing and collaborating with parents, caregivers, and the supervising behavior analyst
• Participating in scheduled supervision, planning, teaming, and coordination with other service providers, when applicable
• Utilizing approved non-violent crisis strategies consistent with the approved crisis management plan
• Verifying service delivery through the agency’s Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) process
• Reporting special incidents (SIR) to the agency and regional center within required timeframes
• Maintaining consumer records in accordance with HIPAA
• Completing all required new-hire and ongoing annual trainings

• Knowledge of developmental disabilities
• Knowledge of Titles 17 and 22, including the definition and scope of in-home respite per Title 17, CCR, Division 2, Subchapter 3
• Knowledge of services for people with developmental disabilities and the developmental services system (e.g., DDS, regional centers, the IPP process)
• Knowledge and skills related to behavior support plan implementation, including antecedent strategies, replacement behavior teaching, and consequence-based procedures
• Knowledge and skills related to basic ABA principles and strategies (behavior reduction, skill acquisition/teaching)
• Knowledge and skills related to behavioral data collection and documentation
• Knowledge of crisis management guidelines and non-violent crisis prevention/intervention procedures
• Knowledge of mandated reporting, Zero Tolerance, Special Incident Reporting, Risk Mitigation, and Clients’ Rights requirements

• Client-Centered: Demonstrates understanding that clients are individuals with unique needs and preferences, treats clients with dignity and respect, and safeguards client confidentiality
• Ethical: Implements recommended evidence-based (ABA) support plan strategies with fidelity, even in the face of family, service provider, or developmental service system barriers
• Professional: Provides services in a manner consistent with BACB professional guidelines
• Self-Motivated: Initiates and completes routine job tasks accurately and on time with infrequent direction and prompts
• Collaborative: Works effectively with fellow employees, the supervising behavior analyst, and external stakeholders (e.g., family members, service providers, regional center) to address needs or resolve issues in a professional and timely manner

• Has a high school diploma or the equivalent, has completed 30 hours of competency-based training designed by a certified behavior analyst, and has six months of experience working with persons with developmental disabilities; or
• Possesses an Associate’s Degree in either a human, social, or educational services discipline, or a degree or certification related to behavior management, from an accredited community college or educational institution, and has six months of experience working with persons with developmental disabilities.

• Knowledge of regional center and Department of Developmental Services (DDS) systems
• Knowledge of Titles 17 and 22

• Valid certificate in Community Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and valid certificate in First Aid issued by the American Red Cross, maintained current at all times
• Completion of agency-provided crisis training, with certification maintained active
• Completion of new staff training and orientation
• Current Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprint and abuse clearance
• Ability to pass a physical health screening
• Legal authorization to work in the United States
• Valid California driver’s license, DMV clearance, and proof of automobile insurance

• Full physical dexterity/agility to perform required movements (running, bending, kneeling, typing, etc.).
• Sufficient vision to carry out duties.
• Ability to lift and carry clients (up to 50 lbs.)

Salary : $22 - $30