Title: Senior Behavioral Technician

Employee Classification: Behavioral Technician

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Education

Department: UNT-Autism Center-132710

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

The UNT Kristin Farmer Autism Center (KFAC) conducts evidence-based direct services, research, and training to positively impact individuals with autism spectrum disorders, their families, and the community.

Position Overview

This is a senior-level Behavior Technician position requiring advanced training and experience providing direct and indirect services to clients with autism under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The Senior Behavior Technician (SBT) position is responsible for coordinating with the BCBA to conduct daily program maintenance activities, including data analyses of programming and assessments, implementing skill acquisition and behavior reduction procedures, and documenting and reporting outcomes. SBTs will recommend specific courses of action to the Behavior Analyst and may independently conduct parent training/update meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED equivalent and one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities, a basic understanding of behavior analytic principles and procedures, and knowledge of evidence-based practices.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced understanding of autism spectrum disorder and evidence-based intervention and training practices.
• Demonstrated effectiveness working with individuals with ASD.
• Ability to serve as a leader or co-leader of a multi-disciplinary team in making decisions regarding client programming and assessment.
• Ability to be patient, flexible, versatile, and cope with stressful situations.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree or graduate courses in special education, applied behavior analysis, child development/psychology or related major and a 2 years' experience providing direct services for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Current Registered Behavior Technician certification.

Job Duties:

• Follows UNT and departmental policies and procedures, legal requirements, verbal/written directives, and Professional Codes of Ethics and Standards.
• Models core organizational beliefs, values, and expectations. Attends and participates in staff meetings, trainings, and special events as required.
• Oversees the staff scheduling for assigned program.
• Directly implements individualized skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction plans developed by the Behavior Analyst with accuracy and fidelity.
• Assists in the development and oversight of client Individual Treatment Plans under the supervision of the Behavior Analyst by conducting assessments, following KFAC clinical standards, and individualizing activities to client needs.
• Prepares client materials including the development of protocols and data sheets for skill acquisition programs and behavior reduction plans following evidence-based practices and BACB guidelines for ethical practice.
• Ensures accurate data collection and analysis by developing accurate, reliable data collection for progress monitoring and overseeing data collection and graphing of others.
• Prepares and delivers written and verbal summaries of client progress for parents and promotes family involvement in client programs through provision of parent training.
• Provides relevant, timely inputs to the Behavior Analyst including written and verbal reports of client progress and completion of administrative records.
• In collaboration with the Behavior Analyst, instructs and supervises full-time and part-time Behavior Technicians in the effective delivery of behavioral interventions through training, modeling, and feedback on instructional effectiveness and performance.

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.