Behavior Technician – Aura Behavioral Health – Novato, CA

Aura is a healthcare group founded and led by clinicians who share the goal of fostering hope for children and families impacted by Autism. The Behavior Technician role requires you to work directly with children and teenagers to deliver individualized, play-based and evidence-based treatment. Aura uses a naturalistic and play-based approach to ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) treatment. Our team of professionals use the power of creativity and play to build bonds with our clients and teach them to communicate, socialize, play and manage behavioral concerns. Work is conducted in client homes, community settings, schools and sometimes through telehealth (video-based treatment).

We hold a firm belief that all clients are deserving of a better quality of life despite their cultural, developmental or socioeconomic background. Our success in helping families relies on our commitment to our employees. We have both Full-Time and Part-Time openings. Full-time employees receive benefits including Medical-Vision-Dental-Life Insurance.

What you’ll do:

As an Aura employee, you will:

Use your own play skills and creativity to motivate children and individuals to learn new skills
Follow and implement treatment plans as advised by a BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)
Travel to family homes and other locations to provide treatment
Collect data on various behaviors through an online data system
Report to BCBA®, Clinical Supervisor or Program Supervisor
Participate in monthly/bi-monthly meetings and annual trainings
Maintain the safety and well-being of clients
Help change lives of individuals and families affected by developmental disabilities

What’s in it for you:

$400 sign-on bonus for current RBTs™ or BCATs contingent upon employment term. Must be in active and good standing.
Start of a career in behavioral health care treatment!
Paid three-week initial new hire training along with training toward RBT Certification, Basic Life Support (CPR & First Aid) Certification and Safety-Care® Behavioral Safety Certification
Drive time reimbursement
Mileage reimbursement
Extremely supportive work environment
Monthly tech stipend
Frequent and consistent supervision toward RBT and BCBA certification
Health-dental-vision insurance (full time status required)
Retirement Plan
Employee Wellness Program for Part-Time Employees
Competitive salary (dependent on professional and academic experience)
Professional growth opportunities within a new and thriving company
Room to influence and impact company culture

What we look for:

Caring, patient, creative, organized and passionate individuals who enjoy playing with children!
Experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other developmental disabilities is a huge plus and very desired!
Prior experience with ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) is highly desired
Possess a Bachelors degree with education in ABA, child development, psychology and/or Autism studies (preferred)
Spanish or other bi-lingual speaker (preferred)
Current CPR certification (preferred)
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally, orally and in writing with all levels of staff, the general public and the people we support
Flexibility to work in the home, school, clinical, community and online telehealth settings
Ability to walk, stand, stoop, run and sit on the floor and play with children
Availability of at least 15 hours across 4 weekdays (M-F), between 3pm to 8pm
Willingness to drive at least 15 miles and up to 60 miles both to and from client locations
Technologically savvy; have consistent access to and use of a smart cell phone or tablet
Eagerness to follow COVID-19 related safety precautions and protocols

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Valid identification and reliable form of transportation
Documentation of the following vaccinations: MMR, Varicella, Pertussis, Hep-B, COVID-19
Must be willing to complete and pass a work authorization check and a criminal background check upon hire
Hold a current certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT™) through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB®) or BCAT ™ through the Behavioral Intervention Certification Council (BICC®) (Preferred)

We look forward to hearing from you and discussing this amazing career opportunity! Please visit our website to learn more about us – www.auraaba.com

Aura is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Up to $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Home Health
Pediatrics
Psychiatry

Schedule:

10 hour shift
4 hour shift
8 hour shift
After school
Day shift
Evening shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime

Supplemental Pay:

Bonus pay
Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
Aura provides essential health care services with consideration of risk assessment outcomes guided by the CDC, BACB, and CASP. Aura staff are required to wear KN-95 masks and follow strict COVID-19 protocols when delivering direct treatment.

Application Question(s):

Please describe in 1-2 sentences. How is your previous experience relevant to this role? Why are you a good fit for this job?
Are you looking for full-time or part time work?
This position requires you to regularly travel to client homes and other locations to provide treatment services. Travel times and mileage is reimbursed according to our policy. Are you able to travel 10-60 miles to and from work locations?

Education: