RBT Facilitator
Hopebridge · Plainfield, IN · 3 wk ago
On-siteHuman ResourcesFull-time
Support the development of ABA Therapists and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) through coaching in clinical settings while remaining actively engaged in direct patient sessions.
Responsibilities
- Direct Care & Coaching Integration: Provide direct care while embedding frequent learning opportunities for trainees by modeling and narrating effective implementation of ABA interventions and providing coaching to support skill development.
- New Hire Readiness and Certification Support: Assist new hires in progressing through onboarding and preparing for the RBT competency assessment and certification requirements within expected timelines.
- Performance Observation, Feedback & Documentation:
- Observe ABA Therapist and RBT performance and deliver timely, behavior-specific feedback.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including session notes, coaching/feedback records, and supervision tracking.
- Communicate progress and performance trends to Center Managers and BCBAs.
- Ongoing Staff Development & Clinical Modeling: Provide continuous coaching and modeling to support skill development, reinforce best practices, and promote consistency in service delivery.
- Collaboration with Leadership:
- Partner with Clinic Managers and BCBAs to identify staff development needs and support performance improvement.
- Collaborate with Virtual Trainers and RBT Training Coordinator to align on coaching expectations and maintain consistency in training practices.
- Professional Standards & Continuous Learning: Maintain current knowledge of ABA practices, demonstrate professionalism, and support a culture of accountability and high-quality care.
- Perform other duties as assigned; responsibilities may change with or without notice.
Requirements
- Active RBT credential required.
- At least 6 months of experience.
- Demonstrated ability to implement ABA strategies in clinical sessions.
- Experience coaching others in behavior analytic skills, including prior training, presenting, or facilitation (preferred experience presenting to large groups).
- Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) methodologies and curriculum for children diagnosed with ASD, including:
- Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
- Discrete Trial Teaching (DTT)
- Prompting and prompt fading strategies
- Error correction procedures
- Differential reinforcement
- Pivotal Response Training (PRT)
- Proficiency with Android tablet systems and software used at Hopebridge, including:
- Office 365 (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Outlook, Teams)
- HB Charts
- ReThink
Preferred Qualifications
- College coursework in behavior analysis, psychology, education, early education, or a related field.
Schedule
Full-time position, Monday through Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Work Environment
- Clinical environment with potential stressors due to a busy clinic setting and patient interactions.
- Exposure to prolonged loud noises.
- Constant and interruptive interaction with others.
Physical Demands
- Frequent sitting or standing, repetitive wrist motions, grasping, speaking, listening, close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
- May require lifting, carrying, running, walking, climbing, kneeling, twisting, pulling/pushing, bending, stooping, and reaching above the shoulder.
- May need to lift pediatric patients (up to 50 lbs).