Holcomb Behavioral Health System

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Behavior Health Technician - ABA (Finance)



Our vast array of services - educational, employment, vocational, residential, habilitative, and behavioral health - are delivered through a network of national and international affiliates. This allows us to take a comprehensive, holistic approach to improving the lives of every person we serve - those who receive and those who reap the benefits of our innovative, responsive solutions. Job Description: It is the responsibility of the Behavioral Health Technician (BHT-ABA) to provide one-to-one behavioral intervention services to teach communication and social skills and reduce maladaptive behaviors in the home, community and/or school setting. BHT-ABA's will utilize interventions developed from the science of Applied Behavior Analysis. There is an opportunity for supervision towards BCBA licensure for eligible candidates.Schedule Details: Full-TimeLocation: Wyomissing, PAProgram: Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS)Pay Rate: Commensurate with ExperienceJob Functions:
  • Implement clinical service delivery goals consistent with overall agency goals and policy/procedures
  • Use Word, Excel, Ultipro Time & Attendance, Electronic Health Record and Outlook effectively
  • Report to direct supervisor, and other administrative staff as required, in a timely and comprehensive manner
  • Provide services as defined by the program description, and best practice standards, and in full compliance with licensure standards
  • Follows the treatment plan goals and interventions utilizing sound judgment, including the use of positive reinforcement
  • Provide quality mobile services in line with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) standards
  • Maintain quality documentation of clinical ABA service delivery
  • Establish and maintain professional relationships with consumers, their families, payers, community support service representatives, co-workers, and other agencies
  • Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships by pairing the self as a reinforcing entity and building the value of social interaction between the client and the BHT-ABA.
  • Educate all those involved about the role of ABA-based interventions and functions within the boundaries of the BHT-ABA role
  • Prompt safe and socially acceptable replacement behaviors to build a repertoire of communication, social interaction, and problem-solving skills
  • Collaborate with family and treatment team members to provide treatment effectively and without the disruption to the environment
  • Provide all authorized client services and supporting documentation for re-authorizations, as necessary, promptly
  • Submit accurate and timely payroll and billing documentation
  • Implement interventions effectively based on the treatment plan and behavior management plan as developed by the Behavior Consultant and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst
  • Provide crisis intervention to clients, when indicated, to stabilize acute crises
  • Increases the frequency or duration of safe and appropriate replacement behaviors by providing access to known reinforcers
  • Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation, including but not limited to progress notes
  • Accurately collects behavior data, including but not limited to ABC data and frequency data

Minimum Requirements:Education/Experience: Staff who provide BHT-ABA services shall meet one of the following:
  • Have a certification as a BCaBA
  • Have a certification as an RBT
  • Have a behavior analysis certification from an organization that is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies or the American National Standards Institute
  • Have a high school diploma or the equivalent of a high school diploma and have completed a 40-hour training covering the RBT Task List as evidenced by a certification that includes the name of the responsible trainer, who is certified as a BCBA or BCaBA
  • Have a minimum of 2 years of experience in providing ABA services and a minimum of 40 hours of training related to ABA-approved therapies by the Department or provided by a continuing education provider approved by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board

Licensure/Certifications: Have certification as an RBT [Supervision towards BCBA licensure available to eligible BHT-ABA candidates]Required Clearances: Pennsylvania Child Abuse, Criminal and fingerprint-based federal criminal history; Verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion listNote: At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted instead of the requirements specified under Education and ExperienceWhat's in it for you? Total Rewards (For Full-Time Employees = >30 hours/week):
  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement options
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Dependent, and Transportation)
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 403(b) with Employer Match
  • Employee Recognition Programs
  • Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
  • Discounts through "Tickets at Work"
  • Discounts on Verizon mobile service
  • And More!
  • Supervision towards BCBA licensure available to eligible BHT-ABA candidates
  • Supervision towards licensure/certification and CEU's available

Want to learn more?To learn more about Chimes, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth within a purpose-driven organization, visit us at: https://chimes.org/Careers .Holcomb Behavioral Health Systems is accredited by the Joint Commission and provides a comprehensive range of services and supports for people with mental health, substance abuse, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and co-occurring disorders throughout southern and central Pennsylvania, central New Jersey, Delaware, and Maryland. Additionally, we provide an array of prevention and educational programs for youth, parents, and adults to encourage healthy choices and lifestyles. Apply