Behavior Technician – Baton Rouge, LA

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1. Review and implement IEP or treatment plan

2. Complete timely ongoing data collection, including parent/staff correspondence and all required documentation

3. Collaborate with families and team for continuity of care

4. Provide behavioral interventions and physical interventions as needed. Physical interventions may range from simple prompting and/or guided transport up to, and including, physical restraint of client. Interventions vary based on program regulations and appropriate training is provided based on same.

5. Monitor client performance and record relevant data to assess progress.

6. Accompany and assist client(s)/student(s) with activities and daily living which may include assisting with toileting and grooming.

7. Implement and follow through with client/student behavior plan as well as individualized reinforcement systems for individual client assigned.

8. Complete required trainings as assigned

9. Attend required supervisions and meetings

10. Uphold the company mission and core values.

11. Other duties as assigned

* As a member of our team, the Behavior Technician provides one-on-one support and assistance to assigned client(s)/student(s). This could include support and assistance in the use of medical equipment and/or daily activities. A Behavior Technician may provide support to more than one client/student, but not at the same time.

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan — both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay — access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package – https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!