Behavioral Therapist

1 day ago

San Luis Obispo, California, United States Kids Connections Developmental Therapy Center Full time
Job Title: Behavioral Therapist

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Behavioral Therapist to join our team at Kids Connections Developmental Therapy Center. As a Behavioral Therapist, you will play a vital role in providing intensive behavioral intervention services to children with special needs.

Job Summary:

The Behavioral Therapist will work under the supervision of an ABA Supervisor to implement behavioral treatment plans, provide one-on-one and group instruction, and assist caregivers in toileting programs. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and be able to demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward students of varied age groups.

Responsibilities:
  • Implement behavioral treatment plans as approved by the BCBA and assist in the preparation of plans as needed.
  • Provide one-on-one and group instruction and/or intensive behavior intervention in the clinic, community, or home setting.
  • Support home, community, school, OT, sports, etc. with adherence to ABA principles to ensure continuity of care.
  • Assist in identifying clients needing remedial instruction in movement skills.
  • Collect data and record anecdotal client progress notes, maintain and organize program notes, and implement behavioral modifications.
  • Assist supervisor with carrying out and assessing clients goals.
  • Prepare various learning materials as approved or directed by the BCBA.
  • Set up work areas and prepare materials for instructional use.
  • Perform routine clerical tasks related to record-keeping and instructional material preparation.
  • Operate or learn to operate a variety of audiovisual equipment, office equipment, assistive technology, and computer terminals.
  • Chart student progress.
  • Attend a variety of meetings, workshops, and in-service trainings to maintain current knowledge of ABA practices.
  • Respect and protect the confidential nature of client records.
  • Initiate and maintain appropriate and timely care-giver contact.
  • Monitor client data input by Direct Staff.
  • Conduct and revise reports as scheduled by the BCBA.
  • Conduct care-giver training meetings as directed by the BCBA.
  • Clean and maintain all session equipment.
  • Follow all Covid-19 protocols and guidelines.
  • Report any incidents of injury and complete an incident report within 24 hours of incident.
Requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalent education, such as a GED.
  • Must hold a BCAT certification or obtain certification within 60 days of hire.
Working Conditions and Environment:

Work is performed in an indoor office environment with moderate noise, light, and temperature levels. Position requires frequent interaction with multiple individuals. Work may be stressful on occasion. Some evening and weekend work may be necessary from time to time. The workplace environment for this position is generally collaborative and supportive, but a number of routine tasks require the employee be self-directed and work independently.

Physical Demands of the Job:

The physical demands described in the following paragraphs are representative of those that must be met in order to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

  • Exert 50 to 75 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move equipment or objects.
  • Work involves sitting, and may involve running, walking, or standing for brief to longer periods of time.
  • Setting up obstacle course to include, lifting equipment such as blocks and mats, bending and/or twisting at the waist and/or kneeling to move equipment.
  • Participating in obstacle courses with clients.
  • Fully extending arms above head to hang suspended equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
  • CPI de-escalation process and related physical holds/restraints.
  • Physical response blocking of clients as necessary.
  • Jumping on trampoline.
  • Running on tumble track.
  • Climbing onto and/or jumping off any elevated surface.
  • Pushing clients on swings.
  • Crawling.
  • Jumping into foam pit.
  • Lifting clients.
  • Strenuous activity such as jogging, sprinting, climbing, rolling, etc.
  • Providing a physical support/bracing for clients.
Mental Demands of the Job:

Position requires the mental ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Position requires alertness and the ability to respond quickly and appropriately to various therapeutic, administrative, and/or logistical challenges as well as to emotional or otherwise sensitive situations or issues that occasionally occur. Position requires common-sense decision-making and the ability to discern when a situation must be escalated to the Clinical Director or Assistant Clinical Director. Discretion, compassion, and a calming but professional demeanor are paramount.

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