RBT (Insurance Based); Behavioral Health

BAYADA Home Health Care•Waipahu, HI

About The Position

BAYADA Home Health Care is hiring Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), including candidates interested in pursuing the RBT credential. The credential, offered through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), is required for individuals providing services on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) or insurance-based contracts in Hawaii. The position involves working one-to-one with children and young adults diagnosed with autism in a clinic, home, and community setting. Current openings include a clinic location in Waipio and in-home and community services. Scheduling is Monday through Friday, with hours of 8:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. and/or 2:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m. Starting pay is $23–$25 per hour. BAYADA describes its work as putting clients first and recognizing employees as its greatest asset.

Requirements

CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
The RBT credential is required for individuals providing services on ABA or insurance-based contracts in Hawaii; candidates interested in pursuing the credential are also considered.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience working with children with developmental or intellectual disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work directly with clients and follow established treatment or behavior support plans to implement skill acquisition and behavior reduction procedures.
Establish and maintain effective, supportive, and therapeutic relationships with clients and families.
Respect the values, thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes of clients and families.
Implement behavior therapy techniques as instructed by the Behavioral Services Manager and Behavior Specialist.
Document interventions and progress toward goals accurately and promptly.
Collect behavior data as specified in the client’s behavior support plan.
Review data and progress reports with the Behavioral Services Manager and Behavior Specialist to strategize program improvements.
As applicable to the treatment plan, provide habilitation, training, instruction, and assistance to help clients acquire and maintain skills and meet identified goals.
As applicable, provide transportation related to activities directed by the treatment plan.
Provide client training or support in interpersonal skills, developing and maintaining personal relationships, and living in the community.
Monitor clients’ health status and physical condition, and report changes or other incidents to the office.