BT/RBT Behavior Technician/Registered Behavior Technician

About the role

The Autism Clinic, a division of the non-profit Hope, provides ABA services to children aged 2-8. Services include ABA, parent and family guidance, and in some cases, speech therapy. Treatment plans are individualized to meet unique needs and all professionals collaborate for optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Attends and completes required trainings, including onboarding and ongoing training opportunities
• Works towards, achieves, and maintains RBT certification
• Completes 40-hours of BACB-approved RBT training by the provided due date
• Demonstrates skills per the BACB at the end of a 4-week initial training period
• Consistently demonstrates treatment fidelity checklist scores of 80% or better during role-play or in-session observations with clients
• Passes the BACB RBT exam within the first three attempts (within 90 days of employment)
• Receives at least 5% supervision for by assigned (approved) BCBAs during therapy sessions
• Completes activities associated with RBT renewal prior to expiry date
• Maintains provided availability regarding work schedule and attendance
• Provides ABA therapy under the supervision of a BCBA, including comprehension of teaching instructions, necessary stimuli, reinforcement strategies, and any other information necessary to successfully implement programming
• Gains and maintains a therapeutic rapport and relationship with clients and client families
• R/BT will be required to demonstrate an understanding of behavior analytic teaching procedures including but not limited to, incidental teaching, natural environment teaching (NET), functional communication training, discrete trial training and chaining. R/BT will be required to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of reinforcement
• R/BT will conduct preference assessments and reinforcer assessments
• R/BT will be required to use designated prompting strategies and will fade prompts using designated strategies
• Implements skill acquisition and behavior reduction programming
• Aids in assessments as directed by their BCBA, as needed
• Accurately collects data on client goals and objectives as outlined in the treatment or behavior intervention plans developed by the BCBA or Level 1 Clinician
• Creates session notes that document important client session information using the organization’s electronic medical record platform
• Adjusts behavior accordingly to supervisor feedback
• Maintains professional appearance and attitude, including but not limited to acting in accordance with organizational core values, organizational dress codes, and demonstration of open and honest communication with supervisor
• Maintains professional boundaries, as outlined by the BACB, with clients and client families
• Assumes the responsibility of a mandated reporter concerning incidents of alleged abuse and neglect, as outlined by state guidelines and in accordance with the organization’s policies
• Performs all other assigned duties as required

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years old
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Pass a background check and drug screen upon hire
• Gain and maintain Safety Care certification and CPR certification
• Be organized, punctual, and able to follow supervisor instructions
• Willing and able to complete and maintain the requirements of becoming a Registered Behavior Technician
• Demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of applied behavior analysis as well as the ability to demonstrate the basic principles
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and must be able to work alongside colleagues
• Willing to accept and implement feedback from supervisors
• Demonstrate sound judgement, problem-solving, and flexibility
• Recognize and accommodate cultural differences and diversity
• Consistently demonstrate behavior in alignment with the organization’s core values
• Uphold client confidentiality and act in accordance with HIPAA laws and regulations
• Consistently demonstrate behavior in alignment with the organization’s core values
• Uphold client confidentiality and act in accordance with HIPAA laws and regulations
• Follow all codes of conduct as required by Hope or the Behavior Analysis Certification Board (BACB)
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Be able to lift and carry children and/or adaptive equipment
• Be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures for extended periods of time

Qualifications

• Be organized, punctual, and able to follow supervisor instructions
• Willing and able to complete and maintain the requirements of becoming a Registered Behavior Technician
• Demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of applied behavior analysis as well as the ability to demonstrate the basic principles
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and must be able to work alongside colleagues
• Willing to accept and implement feedback from supervisors
• Demonstrate sound judgement, problem-solving, and flexibility
• Recognize and accommodate cultural differences and diversity
• Consistently demonstrate behavior in alignment with the organization’s core values
• Uphold client confidentiality and act in accordance with HIPAA laws and regulations
• Follow all codes of conduct as required by Hope or the Behavior Analysis Certification Board (BACB)
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Be able to lift and carry children and/or adaptive equipment
• Be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures for extended periods of time

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work alongside colleagues
• Sound judgement, problem-solving, and flexibility
• Recognition and accommodation of cultural differences and diversity
• Understanding of the basic principles of applied behavior analysis
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to lift and carry children and/or adaptive equipment
• Ability to assume and maintain a variety of postures for extended periods of time

Benefits

• Paid Training!
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent)
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan, Profit Share, and Match
• Paid Time Off
• Floating Holidays
• Employee & Dependent Tuition Reimbursement Assistance

Pay

Hourly Rate: $16.00-$18.00

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm