Behavior Technician- RBT Preferred
About The Position
The Behavior Technician implements applied behavior analysis educational and treatment programs for individual clients ages 1 to 22 in their homes, an ABA Center, and the community. The work is performed under the direction and direct supervision of a Behavior Analyst, who provides guidance on strategies to promote clients’ independence across functional skills. The technician collects and manages data using prescribed measurement systems and participates as a member of each client’s treatment team. The position has a Monday–Friday schedule, with flexible hours based on family needs and occasional evening or weekend needs. Advocates will pay for the employee to obtain RBT certification for this position.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED is the minimum education requirement.
- Must have a bachelor’s degree and/or RBT credential, an associate degree with 60 or more credit hours, or a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of relevant experience.
- Must successfully pass background checks.
- Must have a valid driver’s license, a safe driving record, automobile insurance, and access to an insured vehicle for use as directed and when needed for transport.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree and/or RBT credential is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Enhance the lives of people served through positive approaches that account for individual needs and learning styles, and follow approved treatment plans.
- Assist as needed to meet treatment-plan goals, in consultation with the Behavior Analyst.
- Assist with training and orienting new staff, and provide coworkers with positive and constructive feedback.
- Collect accurate data across program areas, including toileting, discrete trial instruction, behavior, natural environment teaching, and client records.
- Participate in developing individualized plans when appropriate, follow those plans, and actively participate in meetings.
- Work one-on-one with a child with special healthcare needs in the ABA Center, the client’s home, or the community.
- Meet with the Behavior Analyst to discuss family concerns, scheduling issues, and treatment-plan administration.
- Implement instructional strategies consistently and accurately as prescribed by the Behavior Analyst.
- Communicate changes in a client’s medical, physical, or other status to the guardian and clinical team.
- Implement teaching programs positively, supportively, and proactively.
- Implement all aspects of the child’s treatment plan, including self-care and toilet-training support for the client and family.
Benefits
- Advocates will pay for the employee to obtain RBT certification for this position.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
