Registered Behavioral Technician

Description

Registered behavior technicians are professionals who have completed a minimum of 40-hours of intensive training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), have successfully passed a competency assessment administered by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and received a passing score on the Registered Behavior Technician exam through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. All Registered Behavior Technicians are supervised by BCBA’s on a weekly basis and engage in behavior analytic professional development activities. Registered Behavior Technicians are responsible for the direct implementation of skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction plans developed by the BCBA. The Registered Behavior Technician will collect data and implement some types of assessments (e.g., stimulus preference assessments) under the supervision of a BCBA. The RBT will receive supervision for no less than 5% of the hours providing direct therapy per week. 

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Communicate effectively with BCBA/BCaBA
• Collect data accurately and implement programs as specified by the BCBA/BCaBA
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with a diverse group of clients, parents/caregivers, school personnel, and other agency staff
• Use a computer or other device and behavioral software to prepare documents and maintain client records
• Work independently and make decisions within their scope of practice
• Follow guidance from senior level staff to enhance own professional development
• Engage with clients and always be aware of their location
• Collect accurate data while interacting with the client
• Other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Assent-based applied behavior analysis
• Pro-active intervention strategies
• Recognizing Assent Withdrawal
• Understand the Principles of Reinforcement
• Developmental processes of children/adolescents
• Interpersonal skills needed to manage crisis situations
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Products and other technology.

Education and Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experience working with children/adolescents/young adults with developmental disabilities and/or unique learning needs
• Hold an active RBT credential

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting or working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Repetitive physical activity such as data entry.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401 (k) Plan
• Group Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off and Sick Time
• Monday – Friday Work Week