RBT Behavior Technician - Houston In-Home

THRIVE BEHAVIOR CENTERS•Houston, TX

22d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Thrive Behavior Centers is hiring a Behavior Technician to provide direct applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy to children ages two to ten diagnosed with autism. The technician works one-on-one with clients under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), implementing individualized therapeutic programs and supporting clients’ development, safety, and wellbeing. The role is based in Houston in clients’ homes and is full-time.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Obtain RBT certification within the first 60 days of employment and maintain it throughout employment.
Notify a supervisor in writing six weeks before RBT certification expires.
Uphold the ethical and supervision standards of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
Maintain current CPR/AED or BLS certification accredited by the American Heart Association and including an in-person skills demonstration.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

Implement prescribed therapeutic programs and ABA strategies under BCBA supervision.
Monitor clients throughout sessions and intervene as directed to ensure their safety and wellbeing.
Administer behavioral interventions and implement programs or protocols for clients who may have communication deficits, medical needs, or behaviors that pose safety risks.
Build and maintain rapport with clients through reinforcement, continuous engagement, therapeutic interventions, and learning opportunities during daily activities.
Treat clients with dignity and communicate respectfully with their families.
Demonstrate ABA competency, follow written and verbal instructions, pass required competency assessments, and promptly apply supervisor feedback.
Collect client data accurately and efficiently using Central Reach and maintain current knowledge of client programs and protocols.
Assist clients with physical needs and personal care, including lifting, positioning, feeding, toileting, and personal hygiene.
Communicate with colleagues, supervisors, and client families as needed.
Follow safety procedures, ethical standards, company policies, confidentiality requirements, and mandated reporting standards.
Track supervision requirements and other documentation needed to maintain RBT certification.
Remain patient and calm in a fast-paced and potentially stressful environment.
Prepare complete and accurate session notes and daily parent notes about therapeutic activities and personal care.
Complete additional tasks assigned by a supervisor, such as preparing materials, helping keep the center clean and organized, training technicians, or assisting with client care.