Senior RBT/ Registered Behavior Technician - 40 Hour Protected Pay

Verbal Beginnings•Annapolis, MD

26d•Onsite

About The Position

Verbal Beginnings is hiring a senior Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to work in its ABA centers. The role combines direct Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism and leadership of a team of technicians. The Therapy Room Supervisor helps foster a safe, positive, collaborative learning environment for clients and staff, and supports effective delivery of therapy. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Candidates must be available for either the 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. or 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. shift. Compensation is $24.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma.
More than one year of full-time experience providing ABA services, or three months of experience with Verbal Beginnings and successful completion of its internal competency assessment.
RBT certification in good standing.
Previous experience with or knowledge of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and ABA therapy.
BLS/CPR certification, including pediatric BLS/CPR; must be obtained before or shortly after hire.
Excellent communication skills.
Commitment to growth and development in the ABA field.
Ability to meet the role’s physical requirements, including reaching, grasping, brisk walking or running, sitting on the floor, kneeling, crouching, using stairs, and transitioning quickly among positions throughout the day.
Ability to communicate clearly using age-appropriate language and maintain attention through verbal and nonverbal communication.
Successful completion of Safety Care training and recertifications, including carrying children as specified by the training; active participation in Safety Care is a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as health care or core sciences.
Enrollment in an ABA master’s program and participation in VBA.
Two years of experience providing ABA services.

Responsibilities

Ensure clients and staff are safe and maintain a positive environment.
Provide direct therapy to clients in the therapy room.
Lead or assist with daily group instruction.
Complete assigned administrative duties accurately and on time, including supporting material development, assisting with training programs, and converting sessions in the company’s EMR.
Participate in team meetings and training workshops.
Prepare for sessions by ensuring therapeutic materials are ready, maintaining a positive attitude, and understanding the programs scheduled for the day.
Assist with training ABATs, JTs, and LTs on client management when needed.
Mentor other technicians.
Maintain a clean and organized working environment.
Follow Verbal Beginnings, LLC policies and procedures.
Direct employees in their work and assign duties and tasks.
Supervise and direct daily activities of assigned-room ABATs, JTs, and LTs, ensuring adherence to treatment plans, session integrity, and professional standards while supporting their clinical competency development.
Recommend disciplinary actions for technicians and participate in disciplinary action meetings with the Operations Coordinator.
Participate in the hiring process, including interviewing candidates, assessing candidate fit, and making or recommending final hiring decisions in consultation with other center leadership.