BrightSpring Health Services

Home-based health services and pharmacy solutions

Behavior Technician

Mental & Behavioral HealthConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeGrand Rapids, MI, USA$18 - $24 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Must be able to communicate expressively and receptively, both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to sit in a child-size chair or on the floor; switch quickly from standing to sitting; walk, jog, or run quickly in the event of client elopement; and assume and maintain postures including standing, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.
Must be able to perform bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, and visual acuity tasks, and lift up to 40 pounds.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must have a high school diploma or GED.
Must have a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

Work with individuals with autism in a one-to-one setting in the clinic and in clients’ homes, following applied behavior analysis methods and procedures, and facilitate peer interactions when appropriate.
Organize and maintain the instructional area throughout and at the conclusion of each session.
Prepare and keep the binder, stimuli, and required materials accessible and organized.
Arrive on time and dressed appropriately, with ample time to prepare for the session.
Complete all tasks associated with completing a session.
Receive one-to-one and group supervision from supervisors through direct observation.
Attend team meetings and scheduled training sessions.
Communicate professionally and positively with coworkers and parents.
Respond to internal communications, including email and phone calls, within 24 hours.
Use universal precautions to protect against communicable disease transmission.
Maintain appropriate communication with parents about all aspects of therapy.
Deliver instruction according to procedures learned in initial and ongoing training and supervisory feedback.
Collect, record, and analyze data accurately according to the organization’s procedures.
Respond to client behavior according to procedures learned in training and supervisory feedback.
Complete required training and accurately implement and report on client-specific plans, including behavior plans and emergency procedures outlined in internal documentation or the individual plan of service/behavioral plan of care.
Perform and maintain certification in basic first aid procedures.
Complete and submit all progress notes by the end of the scheduled therapy session.
Identify when interventions are needed for specific clients and programs and communicate promptly with the monitoring Board Certified Behavior Analyst or supervisor.
Implement Crisis Prevention Institute procedures as required when maladaptive or undesired behaviors occur.
Report client needs and program implementation to the monitoring Board Certified Behavior Analyst, and report administrative needs or issues to clinical managers.
Maintain client privacy in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act regulations and organizational policies and procedures.

Our Company

Gateway Pediatric Therapy

Overview

Responsible for working with individuals with autism in a 1:1 setting in the clinic and in clients homes following ABA methods and procedures and to facilitate peer interactions when appropriate. This can include, but is not limited to:

Responsibilities

Organize and maintain instructional area throughout the session and at the conclusion of the session
Prepare and keep binder, stimuli, and needed materials accessible and organized
Dress appropriately and arrive on time for work with ample time to prepare for session
Complete all tasks assigned that are associated with the completion of a session
Receive 1:1 and group supervision from supervisors through direct observation
Attend team meetings and scheduled trainings
Communicate self in a professional and positive manner with coworkers and parents
Respond to all internal communication (e-mail, phone call, etc.) within 24 hours
Practice universal precaution to protect against the transmission of communicable diseases
Maintain appropriate level of communication with parents about all aspects of therapy
Deliver instruction following procedures learned from initial and ongoing training sessions and based on feedback given from supervisory staff
Collect, record, and analyze data accurately following Gateway Pediatric Therapy’s procedures
Respond to client’s behavior following procedures learned from initial and ongoing training session and based on feedback given by supervisory staff
Complete necessary training and demonstrate accurate implementation and reporting on client specific plans, such as behavior plans and client-specific emergency procedures as outlined within internal documentation and/or the IPOS/behavioral plan of care
Perform and maintain certification in basic first aid procedures
Complete and submit all progress notes by the completion of the scheduled therapy session
Identify when interventions are needed for specific clients and programs and communicate in a timely manner to monitoring BCBA or supervisor
Implement Crisis Prevention Institute procedures as required when presented with maladaptive or undesired behaviors
Reports directly to the monitoring BCBA for client needs and implementation of programs. Reports directly to Clinical Managers for administrative needs or issues
Maintain client privacy in accordance with all HIPAA regulations and with Gateway policies and procedures manual

Qualifications

Must be able to communicate expressively and receptively both verbally and in writing
Must be able to sit in a child size chair or on the floor; switch from standing to sitting quickly; walk, jog, or run quickly in the event of client elopement; assume and maintain a variety of postures including but not limited to, standing, sitting, kneeling, or squatting
This position requires the following physical activities: bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, visual acuity, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs
Must be 18 years if age or older
Must have a minimum of a high school diploma or GED
Must have a valid Driver License and reliable vehicle

About our Line of Business

Gateway Pediatric Therapy, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is a leading provider of comprehensive pediatric therapy services. We are dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adolescents on the autism spectrum. With a focus on individualized care and evidence-based practices, Gateway provides a flexible and dynamic process for applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy. Our team of experienced and compassionate therapists works collaboratively with families to create tailored treatment plans that address each child's unique needs and goals. Through personalized support and innovative therapies, we strive to empower children to reach their full potential and thrive in all aspects of their lives. For more information, please visit www.gatewaypediatrictherapy.com. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

Salary Range

USD $18.00 - $24.00 / Hour

Compensation: 18 to 24 (USD)

About the Company

BrightSpring Health Services

Home-based health services and pharmacy solutions

BrightSpring Health Services delivers home and community-based health services for people with complex or chronic needs, organized into two segments: Pharmacy and Provider. The Pharmacy segment provides specialty, infusion, and community pharmacy services to patients with complex conditions. The Provider segment offers behavioral health, home health, hospice care, and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The company runs an integrated care model through a network of pharmacies and providers to support a continuum of care that includes clinical services, care coordination, and in-home support. Revenue comes from Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance, reflecting reimbursement across public and private payers. The goal is to coordinate pharmacy and in-home health services to improve access, continuity, and outcomes for patients and to serve managed care organizations with a complete care solution.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Lyndon, KY
Founded: 1974

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