ABA Behavior Technician Paraprofessional

A Better Way ABA; Town of Clifton Park (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A Better Way ABA is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to support our behavioral health team in evaluating patients and implementing care plans across scheduled settings. You will assist in collecting data, conducting interviews, and observing patient progress to inform clinical decisions.

The role requires strong communication, empathy, and the ability to stay composed in demanding situations while adapting to changing patient needs.

Qualifications

• Clear communication with patients and families required.
• Ability to empathize with patients and families.
• Maintain professionalism in high-stress environments.
• Adaptability to changing schedules and patient needs.
• Strong listening and reasoning abilities for assessment.

Responsibilities

• Support behavioral analysis teams by assisting with patient evaluation over a defined period.
• Follow behavioral health plans developed by clinicians to provide appropriate care, conduct home or facility interviews, and document progress for senior staff.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Professional under pressure

Flexibility

Listening & reasoning

Job description

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)/Behavior Technician (BT)

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Duties and Responsibilities

• A Behavior Technician (BT), is responsible for assisting behavioral analysis teams in evaluating mental health patients and their conditions over a certain timeframe.

• Their duties include adhering to behavioral health plans developed by other mental health professionals to provide patients with beneficial care, interviewing patients at their home or healthcare facility and drafting reports to relay their progress to senior mental health professionals.

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Qualifications and Skills:

• Communication skills

• The ability to empathize with patients and their family members

• The ability to remain professional in high-stress situations

• Flexibility and adaptability

• Listening and reasoning skills