Early Support Certified Behavior Technician (CBT)

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Job description

About Kindering

Kindering, a not-for-profit neurodevelopmental center, has provided comprehensive services for children with special needs and their families since 1962. We are committed to creating and providing superior, individualized, family-centered services for children who are disabled, medically fragile, or vulnerable because of abuse or neglect. Kindering is dedicated to maintaining a highly trained, licensed, and certified team of professionals. Current services include comprehensive developmental assessments, physical and occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, special education, family counseling, a feeding team, childcare consultation, parenting education, and family resource coordination.

Here at Kindering, we are dedicated to our vision for equity I Belong, our work towards eradicating the systemic, racial, and oppressive barriers in society so that everyone can succeed. We are a proud, equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive work environment and to building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our community, and actively encourage people from marginalized backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ+ individuals, immigrants, and refugees.

Purpose

Act as a Certified Behavior Technician (CBT), Implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or related diagnoses. Services would take place in a classroom and in-home setting under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and in accordance with their service plan and Department of Behavioral Health and Recovery regulations.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

Provide highly intensive behavioral support and ABA program implementation under the supervision of a BCBA to children diagnosed with ASD or related diagnoses within the CUBS classroom and in the home setting
Implement ABA strategies and deliver programs designed by the BCBA to children.
Record data on goals and objectives and graph daily
Maintain accurate records for each child
Participate in weekly team meetings to ensure collaboration and continuity of care between ABA, Speech and Occupational therapy providers
Ensure compliance with BACB and DOH requirements under supervision of the BCBAs
Assist with classroom set-up, clean up, maintain, and prepare classroom supplies/equipment. Record attendance and complete session notes daily
Maintain kitchen in clean order; maintain kitchen supplies; compile shopping lists for snacks and do some classroom laundry
Comply with Kinderings policies and procedures including Kinderings Behavioral Health Policy and Procedures Manual
Foster an environment that celebrates neurodiversity and respects people of all backgrounds and abilities

Required Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent
Experience working with children with autism in a classroom or home-based setting preferred
Completion of 40-hour Certified Behavior Technician (CBT) training course within 1 month of hire
Application for Department of Health CBT license submitted or obtained within 1 month of hire
Basic knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or strong motivation to learn these principles

Minimum Requirements

Possess a valid Washington State DOH SLP license or be in process of obtaining one
Pass the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) criminal history and background check, as well as the FBI fingerprint check
Strictly maintain the confidentiality of all client information in accordance with privacy regulations and organizational policies
Possess a valid Washington State driver's license and maintain valid automobile insurance coverage
Have access to a dependable personal vehicle for transportation purposes
Possess the physical ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds
Ability to work independently and efficiently
Demonstrates punctuality in all facets of job (staff meetings, home visits, team meetings)
Demonstrate basic computer skills
Ability to communicate effectively with clients and coworkers
Provide documentation of a negative tuberculosis test result
Provide proof of current immunizations, including COVID-19 and Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccines, or submit a titer test result demonstrating immunity

Note: Kindering requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and MMR or apply for and be approved for a sincerely held religious belief or medical exemption

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