AE - Behavior Intervention Technician

The Arc Erie County New York has been supporting children and adults with disabilities, and their families in achieving their desired quality of life by creating opportunities through comprehensive services for over 65 years.

The Arc Erie County is currently seeking Behavior Intervention Technician (BIT) for our Residential program located in Erie County, NY. Why Achieve with The Arc Erie County? Becoming a Behavior Intervention Technician for us means:

• Develops behavior support plans and programs for the management of individuals with challenging behaviors
• Intervenes during individuals’ inappropriate and/ or potentially injurious behaviors in the least restrictive manner possible
• Supervises daily activities of individuals, while providing assistance and training

This position is Full Time (40 hrs weekly) Monday-Friday. No evenings, no weekends, and no holidays! Along with a great Benefits (medical, dental & vision insurance) package, generous PTO, and excellent work-life balance, we offer a positive and diverse work environment with on-the-job training and room for advancement!

Pay Rate: $21 - $25 per hour (Based on experience)

See our full Job Description below

Job Description

• Supervises daily activities of individuals providing assistance and training in areas such as, but not limited to activities of daily living, self-care skills, and communication. Relation to positive and successful behavior approaches and modeling for staff.
• Intervenes during individuals' inappropriate and/or potentially injurious behaviors in the least restrictive manner possible, while maintaining a safe environment. Coordinates development and monitors behavior modification programs as needed.
• Assures individuals' overall safety through maintaining safety standards, familiarity with emergency safety procedures and providing regular training to staff.
• With assistance from the Behavior Intervention Specialist, Coordinator of Behavior Services, and/or School Psychologist, develops behavior support plans and programs with an emphasis on proactive strategies for the management of individuals with challenging behaviors. Observes and works directly with individuals in their home and in the community.
• Monitors data collection and documentation to make necessary changes to the behavior plans on as needed basis.
• Provides regular and routine staff training in order to ensure understanding and support with respect to implementation of behavior plans.
• Monitors and assists in the assessment of the individuals’ behavior.
• Evaluates program data and progress.
• Assures confidentiality of information about individuals.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Physical demands and Exposure Risk outlined on attached form (A)
• Mental Requirements:

The ability to read, write, analyze, be perceptive/comprehensive, show good judgement, have good math &, decision making skills, independent action, planning & prioritizing and follow directions. Work independently as well as cooperatively with others. Be approachable, enthusiastic, personable, work under pressure and meet job-related deadlines accordingly.

• Human Relations Skills:

The ability to communicate with individuals in a positive manner, demonstrate the ability to be a leader and serve as an appropriate role model to staff members. Receive supervision instruction in a positive manner. Adhere to and administer Agency’s policies, procedures, rules and regulations. Maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times.

• All staff members will assure and demonstrate the promotion of fundamental rights and protections for the people that we support. These include practices that treat people with dignity and respect at all times, ensure safety, best possible health/well-being and provide the person with continuity and personal security through the use of natural supports, positive relationships and opportunities for integration in the community. Staff members should also advocate and work toward assisting the people we support through person-centered planning to achieve the personal outcome goals that they have chosen by facilitating the plans and positive supports necessary to assist the person in progressing toward each outcome.
• Demonstrates the agency values of integrity, respect, responsibility, trust, teamwork, positive attitude, learning and honesty in working with students (persons), families, colleagues and members of our community.
• Good attendance is vital for the efficient and effective operation of quality programming and is an essential job function of this position.

The Arc Erie County New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and strong advocate of workforce diversity. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran.