Position Highlights
- Department: MHS The Mayer Center
- Shift: Shift 1
- Work Schedule: Per Diem
Position Summary
A Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is a paraprofessional who works under the supervision of a BCBA. The RBT is primarily responsible for direct implementation of treatment plans related to skill-acquisition and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to children/youth with Autism and related developmental disabilities. RBT’s also collect data and provide support when needed including assisting with parent training.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Under general supervision:
Provide direct client care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of discrete trial training and naturalist teaching arrangements.
Implements treatment plans and program books
Collects skill acquisition and behavior reduction data
Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior
Effectively communicate with parents and caregivers regarding client progress as instructed by the BCBA
Utilize safe and appropriate handling procedures when working with clients
Assist in preparing client materials as instructed
Collaborate with treatment team including client, parents/caregivers, outside professionals
Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required trainings
Applies feedback and training on ABA job performance given by the lead BCBA
Provides behavioral support inside and outside of the home, classroom or clinic when applicable.
- Adheres to all Core Values (Compassion, Pursue Excellence, Cooperation and Collaboration, Upholds Honesty, and Supports Innovation).
- Adheres to all Absolutes (Privacy and Confidentiality, Professional Appearance, and Responsibility and Commitment).
Minimum Qualifications
Associates Degree and complete 40 hours of Registered Behavior Technician training and successfully completed certification program
Experience working with children in the 0-18 age range ideally in a classroom or 1:1 setting
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in human services field
Experience implementing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
Educational or speech services experience
Comprehensive Benefits Offered
- Competitive and affordable benefits package
- Shift Differentials
- Continuing Education assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Student Loan relief through Fiducius
- Quick commute access from I-84, Route 9 and surrounding areas
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