Behavior Technician (ABA)

** $1000 Hiring Bonus **

Behavior Technician Job Description

Aim High Impact is a department of Aim High PDX, a 501(c)3 nonprofit committed to providing youth resources since 2003. Aim High Impact is a behavioral health clinic providing full-time, in-center Applied Behavior Analysis treatment to children with autism. Aim High Impact primarily accepts clients who have been turned away from other providers due to the severity of their behaviors. You will begin your career at Aim High Impact by earning your Behavior Analysis Regulatory Board certification (BARB), paid for by Aim High. The certification requires 40 hours of training provided by Aim High.

Our clinic is open for services within the hours of 8:00am to 6:00pm. We have Full-time positions available with varying start times that are assigned on a rotating basis, averaging 35-40 hours per week.

Qualifications & Experience

• BARB and/or RBT Certification (Please note that this is NOT a requirement for hire, but candidates who currently have a BARB and/or RBT Certification are preferred)
• Safety Care certification
• Strong analytical skills and ability to work independently
• Ability to demonstrate professionalism and strong character
• Ability to stay calm and problem solve under pressure
• CPR/First Aid certification (preferred, we will provide training to those without)
• Registered vehicle and valid driver’s license or a reliable alternative method of transportation

Position Requirements & Duties

• Complete 40 hours of online training.
• Show up on time and ready to work
• Ability to demonstrate and implement behavior principles
• Ability to learn treatment software, Unitus TI
• Communicate efficiently and effectively with management, other staff members, and client guardians
• Provide direct service to clients on a 1:1 basis
• Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures
• Assist in toileting programming for clients who need it
• Ability to move and react quickly in urgent and/or emergency situations
• Ability to remain calm in high stress situations
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality, dignity and respect at all times
• Assist in feeding for clients who need it
• Document daily treatment via Session Notes
• Implement behavioral instruction and accurate data collection
• Complete/interpret client assessments as requested
• Interpret behavior and program progress data
• Continue to develop creative strategies, ideas, and solutions to engage clients and facilitate learning in collaboration with the client’s team
• Create program materials as directed by manager
• Assist Program Manager with assessments and progress reports as needed
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace
• Complete other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, sitting, bending, crouching and kneeling including sitting on and standing up from the floor
• Prolonged standing/sitting,
• Lifting up to 20 lbs
• Lifting up to 20 lbs above your head
• Pushing/Resistance up to 20lbs
• Twisting and potential for jerking movements
• Move quickly to respond to behavioral or safety concerns
• Use hands and arms for reaching, grasping, holding
• Engage in play, physical education, or movement-based therapy

Benefits

• Full-time hours: M-F 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM; guaranteed hours
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision
• Annual performance reviews with opportunities for earnings increase
• Paid time off on an accrual basis.
• Access to free Martial Arts classes

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Beaverton, OR 97006 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Beaverton, OR 97006: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person