Applied Behavior Analysis Technician (Registered Behavior Technician, RBT)

Company: Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: October 19, 2020

Job Description:

We have the great privilege of helping patients and families re-build their lives. It's extraordinarily meaningful work and the reason we greet the day with optimism and anticipation. When patients "Ask for Mary," they experience a culture that has been sculpted for more than a century. Our hallmark is to carefully listen to patients and innovatively serve them. This is true of every employee, from support staff and leadership, to clinicians and care providers.

Mary Free Bed is a not-for-profit, nationally accredited rehabilitation hospital serving thousands of children and adults each year through inpatient, outpatient, sub-acute rehabilitation, orthotics and prosthetics and home and community programs. With the most comprehensive rehabilitation services in Michigan and an exclusive focus on rehabilitation, Mary Free Bed physicians, nurses and therapists help our patients achieve outstanding clinical outcomes. The growing Mary Free Bed Network provides patients throughout the state with access to our unique standard of care.

MISSION STATEMENT
Restoring hope and freedom through rehabilitation.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
Mary Free Bed values diversity and inclusion among patients, families and staff. We strive to hire people who reflect the communities we serve. Our employees will serve all patients, families and each other with dignity and respect.

SUMMARY:
Provides direct care for Applied Behavior Analysis patients.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

* As part of an interdisciplinary team, implement behavioral programs, interventions, and strategies developed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

* Observe, measure, record, and report client's behaviors as part of the Behavioral Assessment process and in relation to their goals and objectives as part of the Behavioral Treatment process.

* Develop, organize, and manage all materials necessary for program implementation.

* Participate in consultation sessions with the treatment team and parents.

* Complete required documentation according to protocols and within outlined time parameters.

ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS):

* High School diploma or GED required

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or institution of higher learning preferred. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in psychology, education, social work, or related field.

* Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team in the field of behavior change desired.

* Demonstrated effective written and oral communication skills.

* Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.

* Ability to take directions and problem solve issues.

* Good communication skills.

* Ability to work with a diverse population.

* Current Michigan driver's license with acceptable driving record.

* Current AHA BLS Provider certification

OTHER PREFERRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

* Proficiency with the use of computers and knowledge of operational procedures.

* Physical Demands:

* Able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time)

* To lift, carry, push, pull, up to 10 pounds occasionally

* To sit for the majority of the time, but may involve brief periods of time involving walking or standing;

* To use keyboard frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time)

Mary Free Bed is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristic.

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