Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Ridgeview Institute Monroe•Monroe, GA

1d•$19 - $23

About The Position

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN (RBT)! Your Work Matters How will you make a difference? Are you an empathetic and dedicated professional seeking to positively impact the mental well-being of individuals? Your opportunity awaits at Ridgeview Institute Monroe ! As a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), you'll be an integral part of our treatment team, providing continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling to patients across various age groups from adolescents to geriatrics. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you'll contribute to creating a therapeutic environment that fosters patient support and well-being. If you are passionate about mental health care and ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, join us at Ridgeview Institute Monroe. Here you will be a crucial member of our dynamic and compassionate healthcare team, where your dedication as a Registered Behavior Technician (BHT) will positively impact the overall treatment experience for our diverse patient population.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required
Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification required
CPI, Handle With Care, or equivalent crisis intervention certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
CPR/BLS certification required or obtained within orientation period

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Behavioral Health, Social Work, or related field preferred
Preferred experience in: Inpatient psychiatric or behavioral health settings Autism spectrum or behavioral therapy program

Responsibilities

Implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and skill acquisition programs as directed by supervising clinician or BCBA.
Provide one-to-one and group behavioral support to psychiatric patients.
Collect accurate behavioral data in accordance with treatment plans and hospital standards.
Document patient interactions, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical records (EMR) timely and accurately.
Participate in crisis prevention and intervention procedures, including verbal de-escalation and approved physical interventions when required.
Maintain constant awareness of patient safety risks including self-harm, aggression, or elopement behaviors.
Follow all hospital safety, infection control, and restraints/seclusion protocols.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including psychiatrists, nurses, therapist, and case managers.
Participate in treatment planning meetings as assigned.
Maintain active RBT certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
Complete required hospital competencies, training, and continuing education.