Pediatric Behavior Technician II

• Pediatric Behavior Technician II
• AdventHealth Shawnee Mission
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• All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
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+ Benefits and PTO available day 1

+ Career Development

+ Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

+ Mental Health Resources and Support

+ Providing faith-based, whole person care to Kansas City since 1962

• Our promise to you:
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Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that
• together
• we are even better.

• Schedule:
• 36 hours a week

• Shift
• : Monday Thursday, 7:30am 4:30pm

• Location:
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B.E. Smith Family Center - Britian Development Center

7415 Grandview St, Shawnee Mission, KS 66204

• The community youll be caring for:
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At AdventHealth Shawnee Mission, you're more than just a number on a chart. You're a whole person, who functions best when physically, emotionally, and spiritually fit. Find whole-person care, dedicated teams and staff, and a wide variety of medical services, all at our hospital in Shawnee Mission, Kansas.

• The role youll contribute:
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Britain Development is an early intervention program for children from birth through six years of age with special needs. The Pathways Program is an early intervention program within Britain Development that is specifically designed to serve the needs of young children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

The Behavior Technician, under the supervision of the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), is responsible for conducting individual and group treatment to assist children to develop maximum cognitive, social, self-help, communication and motor skills. The Behavior Technician will assist the BCBA, teachers and therapists in a variety of settings and work closely with parents and other professional staff. The Behavior Technician supports the Center and staff by helping to maintain a clean and hygienic environment and maintaining organization in the Pathways classroom and other areas. Assisting the BCBA with organization of data and individual childrens programs is also a daily requirement.

The Behavior Technician demonstrates leadership/management skills and a commitment to professional accountability and growth. The Behavior Technician serves as a role model for the mission, vision and values of AdventHealth Shawnee Mission.

• The value youll bring to the team:
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Provide direct therapy under the supervision of the BCBA to assist children to develop maximum cognitive, language, self-help, social, and motor skills.

Collaborate with other team members including physical, occupational, speech-language and music therapists as well as early childhood special educators and BCBA.

Collaborate with leadership team and social worker on individual child and family needs and accessing community resources

Train and educate students, interns, volunteers, and patients family members.

Support the Britain Development staff by helping to maintain a clean and hygienic environment.

Maintains organization in the Pathways classroom and other areas.

Assists the BCBA with organization of data and individual childrens programs on a daily basis.

Maintains a professional team relationship with co-workers by being considerate of workloads, assisting with duties, and being supportive toward their continued growth.

Communicates honestly and confronts issues and problems in a private setting.

Respects each disciplines expertise and knowledge; doesnt question someones expertise in front of the patient/family.

Punctual with returning phone calls and emails, and for scheduled work hours, meetings, and patient treatment.

Utilizes computer access confidentially, appropriately and following HIPAA guidelines, including appropriate use of social media.

Completes all charges and documentation in accordance with department practice, policy, and procedure in a timely fashion.

Provides quality patient care skills/procedures in a manner that takes into account the special needs of the patient, e.g., age, culture, learning ability, etc.

Demonstrates the initiative to learn and applies new processes and procedures by attending in-services, pertinent continuing education seminars, and reading professional journals and sharing that information with team members.

Reports any equipment or maintenance problems and safety concerns to Office Coordinator and/or direct supervisor.

Demonstrates the ability to prioritize and organize workload in an efficient and productive manner in the assigned work time.

Qualifications

• The expertise and experiences youll need to succeed
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• KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
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Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office

Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English

• KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS PREFERRED:
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Entry level competency of behavior analytic practice with young children

• EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
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Bachelors Degree

No previous experience is required.

• EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
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1 to 2 Years of Position-Related Experience

• LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:
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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) through the BACB required within 90 days of date of hire

• LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED:
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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) through the BACB

Crisis De-Escalation Techniques

HeartSaver CPR obtained through the American Heart Association

First Aid Certification

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

• Category:
• Behavioral

• Organization:
• AdventHealth Shawnee Mission

• Schedule:
• Full-time

• Shift:
• 1 - Day

• Req ID:
• 24010163

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.