Behavior Technician - The Arc of Alachua County
Gainesville, FL 32606
About the Job
Behavior Technicians are entry level employees who work under the direction of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst or Board
Certified A...EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification.
One year of experience working with adults with developmentally disabilities and/or Prader Willi Syndrome (PWS).
College education may substitute for experience. (30 credit hours is equivalent to one year of experience).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & WORK HABIT REQUIREMENTS
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Good organizational skills.
Good computer skills (Excel/Word).
Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
Ability to accept direction on given assignments.
Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize.
Flexibility to work 40 hours per week on different shifts and at various work sites.
Care properly for equipment and resources.
Ability to promote the dignity and respect of those we serve.
Maintain positive interactions with clients, parents, guardians, co-workers, supervisors, and people in the community.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to
successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work involves standing, sitting, walking, talking, hearing, using hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls
and reach with hands and arms.
Employee may be required to perform physical restraint techniques, First Aid, CPR, and/or physically transfer clients.
The employee may be required to push, pull, lift, or carry 30 pounds or more; drive a motor vehicle; bend, squat, or kneel.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.