Job Title: Behavior Technician (BT)

Job Type: Full Time 

Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour depending on Experience and Certifications

Location: Northville, MI and surrounding locations

Dashi Rivers, a division of Kennedy Care, is looking for Behavior Technicians (BT’S) to join our mission in providing a fun, family-centered ABA therapy approach to our learners and their families. ABA is a proven approach used to evaluate human behavior in order to produce meaningful changes.

This position is a great opportunity if you have experience as a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant), Teacher Assistant, Mental Health Technician, Paraprofessional, Daycare or Preschool professional. We also offer opportunities to further your career path to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), as well as other advancement opportunities in pediatric therapy.

What to Expect:

Using research-based methods, BTs provide direct 1:1 ABA therapy to children in a center or home-based setting. BTs work under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in delivering essential behavioral services for children with autism.

Why Join our Team:

• Paid Training for entry level candidates (up to 80 hours)
• Opportunity to earn your RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) certification
• Mentoring support to reach your career milestones in ABA treatment and autism care
• Opportunities for career advancement and continued professional growth
• Medical, Vision and dental benefits for full-time employees
• PTO accrual for full-time and part-time employees
• Reimbursement for RBT Certification and CPR
• Employee Referral Incentives – Refer an RBT or BT and get a $50 bonus!
• Supervision and mentoring opportunities for qualified aspiring BCBAs

Job Responsibilities:

• Adhere to company ethical guidelines and Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
• Motivate early learners during program implementation in a 1:1 setting
• Electronically collect data accurately to ensure the effectiveness of treatment
• Implement written plans to decrease mild to severe aggression and challenging behaviors
• Communicate proactively and timely with BCBAs, caregivers, and/or legal guardians
• Calmly respond to unexpected behaviors independently and appropriately
• Maintain confidentiality according to HIPAA guidelines
• Complete assigned training and education as necessary
• Ability to use electronic software
• Provide clear and efficient documentation

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• License reimbursement
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid orientation
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement program

Schedule:

Varied shifts Monday-Friday between 8am-6pm, occasional Saturdays for make up sessions

Work Location: In Person

Kennedy Care is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every member of the Kennedy Care family to do their part to cultivate and maintain an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included, and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve.

Decisions related to hiring, compensating, training, evaluating performance, or terminating are made fairly, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees. We examine our unconscious biases and take responsibility for always striving to create an inclusive environment that makes every employee and candidate feel welcome.

• 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Reliable transportation
• RBT Certification (Preferred)
• Valid Michigan Drivers License (Required)
• Must pass a background check
• Experience working with children and/or background in Special Education, Psychology, Mental or Behavioral Health (preferred but not required)
• Energetic, empathetic, and passionate about working with children or adults with special needs
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and be involved in physical floor play including but not limited to bending and reaching
• Experienced RBTs MUST possess valid RBT credential number on the BACB website