Feeding Technician

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Work Shift

Day

Work Day(s)

Monday-Friday

Shift Start Time

8:00 AM

Shift End Time

5:00 PM

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

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Job Description

Provides direct care to patients enrolled in the feeding program under the supervision of a licensed psychologist, BCBA or BCBA-D. The Feeding Technician is primarily responsible for the direct implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) protocols.

Experience

• No minimum experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field (Psychology, Education, ABA, Behavioral Health, Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, etc
• Experience in the implementation of behavioral assessment/treatment programs with children with developmental disabilities or medically complex populations
• Experience in Microsoft Office

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent

Certification Summary

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to provide, assess, interpret, and communicate client-specific data in response to treatment protocols
• Must possess strong organizational and time management skills along with ability to manage multiple tasks
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must possess excellent customer service skills
• Must be able to successfully pass all post-training tests which may include basic Applied Behavior Analysis post-test, 3-step post-test, assaultive techniques checklist post-test, and teaching procedures role playing

Job Responsibilities

• Provides direct client care utilizing applied behavior analysis protocols under the supervision of a licensed psychologist, BCBA or BCBA-D.
• Communicates case-related activities with supervisors using written and verbal communication.
• Accurately collects behavior data during direct observations using data collection systems.
• Assists in the monitoring and adjustment of routine behavioral assessments and protocols.
• Assists with the preparation of treatment foods following strict hygiene and safety standards.
• Utilizes safe and appropriate handling, management, and guidance procedures when transporting or working with patients.
• Assists in the maintenance of supplies necessary for implementation of behavioral feeding protocols.
• Attends team supervision meetings and required trainings.

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

2174 North Druid Hills Rd NE

Job Family

Behavioral Health