Autism Technician, Autism Options Clinic

Overview

Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor and/or Qualified Supervising Provider, provides behavioral services to patients in the autism program. Participates on the treatment team and carries out services as described on the treatment plan. This role includes the following duties and actively supports the mission statement of Mercy Behavioral Health Services. The Autism Technician 2 is responsible to train and orient new staff members. Also this role assists the Case Manager. May include weekends, holidays, day, evening, night, and/or on-call hours.

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Each patient family has an Autism Tech 2 assigned and they are responsible for higher level maintaining of medical records.

• Must be able to effectively give and receive feedback to other partners.

• Provides in-home and community behavioral services to patients with autism as directed in the treatment plan

• Participates as a treatment team member by attending meetings, providing feedback about patient progress, and sharing impressions of patient status.

• Documents observations and care provided in the medical record.

• Observes patients and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment to the Program Supervisor and/or Qualified Supervising Provider(QSP)

• Participates in department and unit performance improvement activities.

• Participates in initial home visits and educating families about the treatment process

• Creates and assists treatment planning and intervention activities for specific children.

• Creates treatment materials that support treatment goals and interventions

• Does one or more of the following duties under the direction of the Program Supervisor:

• Coordinates scheduling activities among families and autism techs.

• Participates in treatment staffing and reviews when QSP evaluates child's progress

• Works with families to help them better understand and interact with their children.

• Trains new technicians as assigned

• Facilitates Social Skills classes by coordinating, marketing, recruiting clients and staff, creating and implementing lesson plans

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality

• Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service

• Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering

• Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost

• Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

High School graduate or equivalent.

One year of experience providing behavioral services for individuals with developmental disorders of any type.

Must complete 40 hours of specified orientation on autism and application of techniques.

Certification and Licensure

Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days

Managing Threatening Confrontations Certified (on the job training) within 90 days

For those driving Mercyhealth vehicles:

Maintain a valid driver's license.

Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.

For those driving their personal vehicles:

Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested.

Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.

Skills and Abilities

To perform this job successfully, basic computer skills are required.

Special Physical Demands

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk; use hands to handle, finger and feel; reach; talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. The employee must exert 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently and 25 to 50 pounds of force occasionally. Specific vision abilities required by this job include frequent close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Occasional ability to focus is required. The employee will need to maintain current de-escalation training and utilize de-escalation techniques on a daily basis.

Level of Supervision

Requires a high level of independent judgment.

Supervises

Requires a high level of independent judgment.