RBTs for Teenagers Needed - FT/PT Available
About The Position
Patterns is seeking a patient, dependable Registered Behavior Technician to provide individualized Applied Behavior Analysis services to teenagers in a clinic-based setting under BCBA supervision. The role supports teens with developmental disabilities or significant behavioral support needs, including emotional dysregulation and physical aggression. The RBT will build trusting relationships and help teenagers develop confidence, communication, emotional regulation, coping, daily living, and independence skills. The position requires recognizing early signs of distress, using proactive prevention and de-escalation strategies, and responding to physical aggression safely and according to individualized behavior and safety plans. Staff must use only procedures for which they have completed required training and are authorized. Support also includes helping teens return to activities with dignity after challenging moments, assisting with personal care routines, collecting accurate data, and collaborating with families and the clinical team. Patterns provides internal training and mentorship with experienced clinical leaders, and describes a career path based on performance, formal training, and higher education. After an employee passes the BACB Registered Behavior Technician certification exam and HR receives proof, a promotion with a pay increase is guaranteed. Full-time and part-time schedules are available; the posting lists an 11 a.m.–4 p.m. schedule as available. The stated pay is $25 or more per hour.
Requirements
- Experience working with teenagers with developmental disabilities or significant behavioral support needs.
- Demonstrated experience de-escalating situations involving physical aggression and responding safely during behavioral outbursts.
- Ability to remain calm, use sound judgment, and communicate respectfully under pressure.
- Ability to connect with teenagers through age-appropriate interests while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Consistent availability, strong communication, and willingness to follow BCBA guidance.
- Some experience working with children, individuals with developmental disabilities, direct support, education, or a related field.
- At least 18 years of age with some college education in the field.
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and valid automobile insurance.
- Required training must be completed before implementing procedures that require certification.
Nice To Haves
- Current QBS Safety-Care certification.
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential; preferred but not required.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- CPR/First Aid certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide individualized ABA services under BCBA supervision.
- Teach communication, emotional regulation, coping, and daily living skills.
- Support independence through structured, individualized ABA strategies for toileting, hygiene, self-care, and other daily living routines.
- Recognize early signs of distress and use prevention and de-escalation strategies to reduce distress and support safety.
- Respond to physical aggression and behavioral outbursts according to individualized plans, using only procedures for which trained and authorized.
- Help teenagers return to activities after challenging moments with dignity and support.
- Collect accurate data and collaborate with families and the clinical team.
- Build rapport through music, hobbies, and age-appropriate activities while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Follow BCBA guidance and communicate consistently.
Benefits
- Paid training.
- Referral program.
- Professional development assistance.
- 401(k).
- Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Opportunities for advancement.
- Flexible schedules.
- Internal training and mentorship with experienced clinical leaders.
- Promotion with a pay increase guaranteed after passing the BACB RBT certification exam and providing proof of certification to HR.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
