RBT - Full-time - (CIT, SFV) - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus"

The Adult Skills Center•Los Angeles, CA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Adult Skills Center (TASC) provides innovative and proactive services that empower individuals with diverse intellectual, developmental, and mental health needs to achieve their highest level of Independence and realize their greatest potential. The Behavior Technician (BT) I develops/implements curriculum and/or instructs individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities or disadvantages in the areas of employment skills, independent living skills, and social skills while supporting the individuals to become valued members of their community.

Requirements

One year of relevant experience required.
RBT certification (for the higher pay range).
Required to complete BACB approved 40-hour RBT training requirements within six months of hire.
Requires initiative, creativity, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Basic computer skills necessary.
Must be able to successfully complete First Aid/CPR and Core Competency Training and Direct Support Professional Training and other training as required.
Must have current California Driver’s license/Insurance and clean DMV.
Must receive criminal record clearance through the DOJ.
Must be able to successfully complete PCMA training within the first 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with persons with developmental disabilities desirable.

Responsibilities

Works with a group of 1, 2, or 3 individuals in various community settings to build vocational, social, and behavioral skills.
Ensures that all program individuals are present and accounted for during scheduled periods of instruction and are performing all tasks in a safe manner; is conscious of their health and safety at all times.
Plans community outings and recreational activities with input from individuals. Ensures curriculum, lessons and plans are provided to the assigned instructional aides.
Exhibits a friendly demeanor, establishes rapport with program individuals and acts as a positive role model for work habits, communication skills, etc.
Supervises and supports program individuals while they are learning and practicing skills at sites, or in the community, including at the job site or place of residence.
Serves as a model to the community concerning the respectful treatment of individuals with disabilities.
Collaborates effectively with employers and other community partners to ensure that partner expectations and agreements are met. Takes appropriate corrective action when needed.
Responsible for developing and teaching a comprehensive meaningful curriculum and providing support and instruction focused on Individual Service Plan.
Assists and/or develops the Individual Service Plan with the program individual’s input and assistance. Implements the ISP and assesses program individual skills on a daily and weekly basis. Provides written progress reports. Completes all paperwork in the time frame required.
Collects data daily as provided by the Support Plan.
Use critical thinking skills when supporting challenging individuals in modifying their behaviors.
Implements positive behavioral support programs and records data. Uses Person Centered approach and tools.
Handles maladaptive behaviors effectively. Uses PCM strategies to deescalate and immobilize as necessary.
Attends meetings and discusses progress of individuals served with members of their support team.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Perform other off-site duties as assigned.
Participate in weekly meetings, trainings, etc. as assigned by the supervisor.