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We are seeking Behavior Technicians for center and in-home ABA services, with several part time evening positions available (4pm or later start time), and two full-time positions (center and in-home) available. In home locations include Three Rivers, Sturgis and Burr Oak, MI. Our center is located in Three Rivers, MI.

If you enjoy teaching and mentoring children, this might be the job for you! We are seeking passionate individuals to implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy with children, teens, and young adults with Autism. No experience with ABA is required! We can provide you with all the training that is necessary.

Position
Behavior Technician, full-time (30+ hours) or part-time

Behavior Technicians use ABA teaching strategies to teach a variety of skills to clients at our Three Rivers center location or in the client’s home, all throughout St. Joseph
County. Some of the skills you may teach during ABA therapy sessions include:

● Safety and Self Advocacy
● Self-Help Skills
● Functional Communication (vocal, sign or picture exchange)
● Social Skills
● Play Skills
● Toilet Training & Hygiene Skills
● Following Routines and Structured Schedules
● Participation in Focused Learning Activities
● Independence with Daily Living Skills
● Tolerating No and Waiting
● School Readiness Skills
● Following Instructions
● Stranger Awareness
● Community Safety and Skills

Daily Job Responsibilities
● Provide direct one to one ABA therapy in center and/or in-home settings

● Follow written skill acquisition protocols and individualized behavior plans

● Collect and document data using paper and pencil

● Communicate with clients, parents/guardians and other caregivers about the client’s progress with ABA therapy

● Assist ABA Supervisors, who are Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts (BCaBAs) and/or Qualified Behavior Health Professionals (QBHPs) with functional behavior assessments or skills testing

● Write daily billable session notes summarizing data collection and behavioral observations

● Receive and implement vocal feedback from Supervisor during session (e.g., to probe a new or unknown skill) and written feedback outside of session

● Model for parents/guardians how to implement behavior plans or skill acquisition protocols and collect data on caregiver implementation, as directed by the client’s ABA Supervisor

● Travel to the center location, to client’s homes (if client receives in-home services) and to community settings (if in client’s treatment plan)

● Participate in Team Meetings with the client’s ABA Supervisor and other behavior technicians

● Participate in group staff trainings, when assigned

Qualifications

● Must be at least 18 years old

● HS diploma or GED

● Must have reliable transportation, valid Michigan driver’s license, proof of full coverage on employee’s personal vehicle, and acceptable driving record

● Must meet physical demands of position

• This position requires lots of movement, including running, bending, twisting, walking, and continuous interaction with your assigned child
• This position requires lifting (of clients, if applicable, or materials/equipment, up to 50lbs)

● Experience working with children preferred

● Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

● Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team

● Ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, timeliness and reliable attendance

● Undergo a background check within 30 days of hire

Hours of Operation
Center Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am-6:00 pm

In Home Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-8:00pm, weekend hours may also be available for some clients

Compensation
$16-18 per hour for billable sessions, depending on experience/education
Paid drive time between sessions

About Lifetree Behavioral Health
Lifetree was founded by Drs. Marissa Allen and Dana Pellegrino to provide families with more options for medically necessary ABA services for children diagnosed with Autism. We believe in taking a positive, caring and evidence-based approach to ABA therapy. Programs for children are individualized to accommodate their unique learning needs. Employees at Lifetree are valued and appreciated for the challenging and rewarding work that they do.

Why choose employment at Lifetree?

We are a startup company with two very passionate and experienced CEOs. Both
CEOs are licensed behavior analysts at the doctoral level. We provide competitive pay and work with you to find a work schedule that doesn’t interfere with your personal or family life. We want employees to stay at Lifetree for life! This means our vision and values are to make employees happy and satisfied with their role, as well as to grow your skills with our expanding company. We use positive strategies not only with our clients, but with our employees to increase motivation to perform well. We provide additional staff group trainings to help employees expand their skills, we support individuals who are seeking certification as a Behavior Analysts, and we use strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to increase happiness in the workplace!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Three Rivers, MI 49093: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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