Behavior Technician

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Behavior Technician

Job Category Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support Department GSAPP - Center for Adult Autism Srvcs Overview Posting Summary

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Behavior Technician for the Rutgers Center for Adult Autism Services. Reporting to a Behavior Analyst, this position implements a variety of behavior analytic strategies in support of successful outcomes for adults with autism across the areas of skill acquisition and/or behavior reduction goals throughout center-based and community-based environments. This entails collecting, interpreting, and analyzing behavioral data.

Among the key duties of the position are the following:

Contributes to the development of behavior analytic instructional programming under the supervision of a behavior analyst.

Provides direct support to adults with autism with limited direct supervision in a variety of settings and contexts (e.g., community, vocational, recreational, transportation, center-based, etc.)

Implements applied behavior analysis (ABA) instructional and behavior reduction programming under the supervision of a behavior analyst.

Collects and maintains data to support progress monitoring of behavior analytic skill acquisition and behavior reduction programming.

Maintains an efficient and organized instructional environment across center-based and community-based settings.

Operates professionally in community-based environments with minimal supervision.

Position Status Full Time Hours Per Week Daily Work Shift Day Work Arrangement

This position requires a fully on-site work arrangement.

FLSA Nonexempt Grade 03 Position Salary 47882.10 Annual Minimum Salary 46742.000 Annual Mid Range Salary 59162.500 Annual Maximum Salary 71583.000 Standard Hours 37.50 Union Description Admin Assembly (MPSC) Payroll Designation PeopleSoft Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to https:// uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview. Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https: // finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health- insurance.

Seniority Unit Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications/Licenses

Current certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

At least 6 months of prior experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in an ABA setting.

The ability to work well with adults with autism that have significant adaptive, physical, and/or behavioral support needs across various center- based and community-based settings.

Competent communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities in an ABA setting strongly preferred.

Experience working in community-based settings supporting adults with autism.

Experience and/or certification in crisis management.

Experience using web-based data collection/analysis software.

Equipment Utilized

Microsoft Office Suite

Web-based data collection and analysis platform

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Supports adults with ASD during public transportation.

Special Conditions

The nature of the work in this role may not allow for consistency with regard to the timing of lunch breaks throughout the day.

Must be able to complete training in crisis management.

Posting Details

Posting Number 23ST0094

Posting Open Date 01/12/2023 Special Instructions to Applicants Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Douglass (RU-New Brunswick) City New Brunswick State NJ Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre- employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and have received a booster (where eligible) against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Employees who are not eligible for a booster at the time of an offer of employment must provide proof they have received a booster upon eligibility and upload proof of same. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: https:// uhr.rutgers.edu/non- discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

Do you have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Special Education, or related field?

Yes

No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume/CV

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents