Lead Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) / Lead Licensed Psych Tech (LPT)

YAI•Fairfield, CA

About The Position

The Lead Registered Behavior Technician / Lead Licensed Psych Tech provides person-centered, trauma-informed support to individuals with moderate to complex needs in a clean, safe, and organized therapeutic residential environment. The role implements individualized service plans, Individual Behavior Support Plans (IBSPs), and Individualized Program Plans (IPPs), while also modeling direct-support skills and providing direct care coverage when needed. The Lead supports the Program Administrator with day-to-day residential oversight, staff supervision, scheduling, training, documentation, compliance, incident reporting, and quality of care. On assigned shifts, the Lead serves as Facility Manager and is responsible for required safety drills and facility checks, vehicle and supply records, and accurate documentation and billing. The position requires maintaining an RBT certification or LPT/Qualified Behavior Modification Professional qualification, completing required trainings and recertifications, and meeting the role’s physical demands. Flexibility with scheduling and coverage assignments is required according to program needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or educational equivalent.
At least one year of prior direct-care experience supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and challenging behavior service needs.
Hold RBT certification, or obtain it within 60 days of initial employment and maintain it during the assignment; alternatively, be an LPT or Qualified Behavior Modification Professional.
Complete Facility Manager Training within 30 days of appointment.
Complete California Direct Support Professional Training (DSPT) Year 1 and Year 2 courses within one year of appointment.
Hold or obtain through employer-provided training CPR/First Aid, Ukeru, and CPI certifications, and recertify annually.
Complete annual continuing education units through competency-based training as required by Titles 17 and 22.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent walking, sitting, standing, bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, reaching, and handling objects or controls; assisting with lifting or moving individuals using mechanical lifts or other equipment, pushing individuals in wheelchairs, lifting or moving up to 25 pounds, and occasionally running. Must also be physically capable of implementing emergency interventions under individual behavior and emergency intervention plans, including lifting or moving individuals with or without equipment or other staff assistance.
Flexibility with scheduling and acceptance of coverage assignments according to program needs.
Cooperative, team-oriented approach.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Exceptional communication and training skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field.
One or more years of supervisory experience in any field.
Knowledge of intellectual and developmental disabilities, clinical syndromes, or intellectual and developmental disabilities with co-occurring behavioral or mental health needs.
Knowledge of California’s Lanterman Act and Title 17 and Title 22 regulations.

Responsibilities

Provide support according to each person’s individualized service and behavior support plans, including protective oversight, IBSPs, and IPPs.
Model professional, person-centered, and trauma-informed direct-support practices; provide direct care coverage as needed.
Coordinate with program leadership, clinical staff, external consultants, community providers, and other direct-support staff, and participate in team meetings.
Assist the Program Administrator with daily residence and staff oversight, including observing staff, taking corrective action, and reporting, tracking, and escalating concerns.
Ensure staff provide positive interactions and person-centered activities consistent with each person’s IPP and IBSP.
Assist with staff scheduling, complete daily shift reports, and hand off shift information to incoming Leads.
Ensure new hires complete on-site orientation and training before assignment, and monitor required staff training completion.
Conduct weekly shift meetings with DSP/RBTs and the Program Administrator.
Review daily documentation, including IPPs, IBSPs, medication administration records, staff notes, communication logs, and structured leisure activity records, for compliance before the shift ends.
Ensure completed documents are uploaded to the appropriate electronic records and filed correctly.
Verify e-billing for completeness and quality of supporting notes and address problems affecting billing submissions.
Serve as Facility Manager on assigned shifts; conduct and document required emergency, fire, earthquake, and other drills, physical plant checks, and water-temperature logs.
Submit maintenance work orders to the housing developer when needed.
Review vehicle maintenance logs and ensure staff document vehicle maintenance.
Provide driver certification and training to DSP/RBTs, including training in facility-van transportation and use of the required checklist.
Complete incident reports, including Special Incident Reports, make required regulatory notifications, and contact relevant vendors about property damage while notifying the Administrator.
Manage and accurately document the financial ledgers of people supported.
Ensure food and household-supply inventories are completed and stored appropriately, and that individuals have sufficient toiletries and organized totes.
Inventory over-the-counter and controlled medications and review medication administration records daily before the end of each shift.
Comply with applicable federal, state, local, and other regulatory requirements, including HIPAA.
Complete and maintain role- and program-required trainings and apply the skills learned.
Maintain required RBT or LPT certification or licensure and complete other required recertifications and trainings.
Perform other duties as assigned.