KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of developmental disability intervention.
- Knowledge of autism spectrum disorders (ASD).
- Knowledge of evidence based strategies.
- Knowledge of sensory impairments.
- Skilled in working independently.
- Skilled in directly working with consumers who have challenging behaviors.
- Skilled in clear communication.
- Skilled in flexible scheduling.
- Skilled in accurately processing forms.
- Skilled in organizing and prioritizing work.
- Ability to project a positive image of the agency.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers, families, and the public.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail.
- Ability to conduct training sessions.
- Ability to communicate effectively with community professionals.
- Ability to complete work assignments without continual direction.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- The required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are acquired through completion of Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
- This position requires certification by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board within two months of hire.
- Valid MT driver’s license or the ability to obtain a license within one month of hire.
- Access to a reliable vehicle.
- Successfully complete a background check.
Family Outreach may conduct annual reviews of employee’s driving records and criminal background checks. All staff is required to report any changes in the status of either of these areas. *Failure to do so could result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of your employment. These incidents are to be reported through your chain of command.
REPORTING REQUIREMENTS:
The position is supervised by the Compliance Specialist and LBA, and is responsible for using initiative and judgment to determine how to proceed with assignments and to determine the methods best suited to each task. The LBA makes final decisions on programs, actions, and assessments with each client. Work is performed according to Policies and Procedures established by the Family Outreach Board of Directors and the State of Montana.
PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT
This is a non-supervisory position.
WORK RELATIONSHIPS/PERSONAL CONTACTS
The position involves contacts with consumers and their families, program staff, community resources and organizations, and others to coordinate service delivery, implement and monitor IFSPs and PSPs. The position requires skill in communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed primarily in the client homes and community. The position may involve overtime and weekend work during peak workloads. The position involves physical demands associated with travel by auto, working directly with individuals, communicating over the phone and in person, and light lifting and filing. Redirection of aggressive behaviors: hitting, biting, screaming etc., while remaining calm and professional.
CONFIDENTIALITY:
The position requires handling non-public confidential information. The person in the position acknowledges the confidential nature of non-public information regarding Family Outreach employees and clients. Consistent with applicable policy and guidelines, this position will respect and safeguard the privacy and confidential nature of information in accordance with Montana state law, without limiting the general nature of this commitment. The person in the position hereby acknowledges and understands that in this context, confidential information is considered all non-public information that can be personally associated with an individual and will not disseminate any such information.
APPROVAL AND DATE:
JOB DESCRIPTION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
I HAVE REVIEWED THE POSITION PROFILE FOR A REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN AND I ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I KNOW AND UNDERSTAND MY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES AS AN EMPLOYEE OF FAMILY OUTREACH INC.
