Behavior Technician

Pay: $22/hour Location: Sarasota, FL Hours: Full time Requirements: Associates Degree or higher, experience with ASD population and challenging behaviors The Behavior Technician works to facilitate educational andbehavioral services with children and adults with special needs andcollaborates with school professionals and other behavioral specialists toachieve learning and behavioral goals and objectives. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Follows instructions from the BCBA, teacher, and/or programsupervisor Implements behavior management techniques in the form ofprevention, intervention, and consequence strategies Provides crisis intervention Reviews and implements behavior intervention plans Reviews and performs tasks to behavioral and ABA goals foundwithin an IEP at the direction of an instructor Assists in facilitating academic instruction at thedirection of an instructor Assists in facilitating SLP, OT, and PT development plans Documents session per policies and procedures Collects behavioral and academic data accurately andefficiently Strictly adheres to confidentiality requirements Assists students in the development of independent dailyliving skills through self-care activities such as toileting, clothingroutines, and personal hygiene Supports students across environments (i.e. classroom,playground, lunch room, gym, sensory room, library, etc.) Performs other duties as assigned/necessary Minimum Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent required Two (2) years of pediatric experience preferred Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency programwhen applicable Current CPR if applicable TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Current health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) Must meet all federal, state and local requirements Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required Computer proficiency required Must be at least 18 years of age Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.