What are the responsibilities and job description for the Autism Technician - PT position at Mercyhealth?
Autism Technician
- Location: Janesville, Wisconsin
- Schedule: 20 hours/week
- Status: Part-time, benefits eligible
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan with a competitive matching contribution and paid time off. Mercyhealth offers several education assistance programs to support employees in their career advancement. Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.
The Mercyhealth Autism Services team is dedicated to supporting patients ages 5–22 through individualized, one-on-one therapy. Our team works closely with patients to build essential skills, achieve personal goals, and foster growth through play-based interventions and engaging activities.
The Autism Technician, under the supervision of the Program Supervisor and/or Qualified Supervising Provider, provides behavioral services to patients in the autism program. Participates on the treatment team and carries out services as described on the treatment plan. This role includes the following duties and actively supports the mission statement of Mercy Behavioral Health Services. May include weekends, holidays, day, evening, night, and/or on-call hours.
Job Duties:
- Provides in-home and community behavioral services to patients with autism as directed in the treatment plan.
- Participates as a treatment team member by attending meetings, providing feedback about patient progress, and sharing impressions of patient status.
- Documents observations and care provided in the medical record.
- Observes patients and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment to the Program Supervisor and/or Qualified Supervising Provider
- Participates in department and unit performance improvement activities.
- The employee will need to maintain current de-escalation training and utilize de-escalation techniques on a daily basis.
Requirements:
- Must complete 40 hours of specified orientation on autism and application of techniques.
- Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days
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Managing Threatening Confrontations Certified (on the job training) within 90 days
For those driving Mercyhealth vehicles:
Maintain a valid driver's license.
Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.
For those driving their personal vehicles:
Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested.
Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.