Behavior Technician
Description

**Make A Difference Every Day**
Looking for meaningful work where you can truly impact someone’s life? Join The Kennedy Collective, a mission-driven nonprofit empowering people with disabilities to live, work, and thrive for more than 75 years!  


**Why You’ll Love Working Here**
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)
- Generous Paid Time Off – starts accruing on your first day!
- Immersive Training and Ongoing Support
- A supportive culture that promotes from within – grow your career here!


What You'll Do

  • Provide 1:1 Applied Behavior Analysis therapy with individuals.
  • Follow the prescribed Treatment and Behavior Support Plan.
  • Ensure that all Kennedy Collective, State, and Insurance regulations, and policies are adhered to.
  • Collect and record behavior and skill acquisition data.
  • Record therapy notes for each session using Therap. 
  • Ensure all training courses are current.
  • Provide professional and timely communication with co-workers, supervisor, family members and guardians and other team members.
  • Assist the BCBA in preparing and organizing client materials as instructed.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • Ensure the protection of the individual’s rights and safety by following HIPAA regulations, ensuring privacy, and reporting any type of abuse or neglect. 
  • Intervene in emergencies and behavioral situations as needed.
  • Maintain a comfortable home or program space, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
  • Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in a behavioral health field, behavior analysis or related field, plus one year of full-time equivalent experience working with children with ASD; or an associates degree from an accredited university in a behavioral health field, behavior analysis or related field plus two years of experience working with children with ASD. 
  • 18 hours of continuing education in ASD services in the last three years.
  • Valid driver’s license.
  • Compassion and patience for those you work with.
  • Ability to work independently and as well as part of a team using good judgment and a sense of initiative. 
  • Work a flexible schedule that may include mornings, evenings.
  • Knowledge and skill with Microsoft Office and the Internet.

 

About The Kennedy Collective 

For over 75 years, The Kennedy Collective has been creating opportunities and inclusion for people with disabilities across Connecticut. Our team embodies our values: Challenging the Status Quo, Building Community, Creating Purpose, and Ensuring Inclusion. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities. 


Salary Description
$21-$23