Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Part-time

Reaching Milestones•Jacksonville, FL

14d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time direct service position, with a transition to full-time, working one-on-one with children who have special needs. ABA Clinicians use Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to increase communication, social, and verbal behavior skills and decrease problem behavior. The position reports to Clinical and Administrative Leadership at the Clinic and is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Services are primarily provided in a clinic-based professional environment, though occasional local travel may be required depending on patient needs. Clinic hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; schedules may vary by location. The position requires an active role involving bending, sitting, standing, lifting, walking, and diapering a child throughout the day. Lifting is generally 5–20 pounds and may sometimes exceed 20 pounds. Pay is $20–$25 per hour, commensurate with credential level.

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree.
Company-sponsored RBT certification is required before working independently with a client if not already acquired.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Applied Behavior Analysis, and Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Follow ethical standards set forth by the BACB.
Exhibit patience when working with clients who have special needs and problem behavior, and while observing progress with behavioral interventions.
Maintain records and documentation in accordance with ABA funding sources.
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA standards.
Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with co-workers and leadership.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with children, parents, co-workers, supervisors, and other professionals.
Accept and implement feedback consistently across sessions.
Demonstrate thoroughness, attention to detail, accountability, collaboration, communication proficiency, adaptability, initiative, and critical thinking.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field.
Experience applying ABA principles.
Experience working with children with special needs.
RBT certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare for client sessions by reviewing previous notes and documents.
Run skill acquisition programs, including Discrete Trial Instruction and Natural Environment Teaching, and teach a variety of skills using ABA principles.
Observe and track behaviors using a variety of data collection methods.
Follow individualized behavior plans, including intervening on problem behavior as outlined in the beneficiary’s plan.
Complete end-of-session tasks, including rendering time worked and completing ABA session documentation.
Learn and use assistive technology and other specialized equipment.
Attend and participate in clinic/company meetings, trainings, and case reviews.
Assist with parent trainings by modeling ABA techniques.
Complete team chores.
May attend and participate in community events on weeknights and weekends.