Advanced Behavior Technician

Lighthouse Autism Center; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k retirement plan with company match

Generous Paid Time Off

Fun work environment

Job summary

A dedicated educational organization in Avon, Indiana, is seeking an Advanced RBT to deliver compassionate, one-on-one support to children with autism. This role values creativity and leadership, aiming to nurture child development through structured therapy sessions. Candidates need a high school diploma and RBT experience. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits from day one, and a supportive work environment focused on professional growth and positive client outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Experience as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for minimum of 1 year.
• Accurate data collection and implementation of behavior protocols.

Responsibilities

• Substitutes for 1:1 therapists as needed.
• Completes & maintains Registered Behavior Technician credentialing.
• Assist with staff training specific to client treatment plans.

Skills

Experience as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Flexible and creative problem-solving

Leadership experience

Excellent time management skills

Knowledge of data collection procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Preference for college degree

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a fun, rewarding career dedicated to helping children reach their full potential? We want you to join us as an Advanced RBT at Lighthouse Autism Center. At Lighthouse Autism Center (LAC), we combine our values and clinical expertise to provide collaborative, compassionate care to promote the best outcomes for our learners. We use naturalistic teaching strategies, assent and trauma-informed care, and frequent, combined meetings among professionals (BCBAs, SLPs, & OTs) to create and maintain comprehensive treatment packages.

What We Bring

• Paid training to help ensure you are confident and successful as you progress through our career levels.
• Tuition reimbursement toward masters level education in a needed field. If you have the drive and desire, Lighthouse will be by your side all the way to BCBA Certification.
• Competitive salary with opportunities for advancement and growth.
• Benefits that start on day one: health, dental, and vision insurance, $20,000 life insurance coverage at no cost to you, Employee Assistance Program (EAP). 401k retirement plan with company match after 30 days.
• Generous time off: 3 weeks earned Paid Time Off (PTO) annually, 8 paid holidays per year, and paid parental leave.
• Full time schedule, Monday through Friday, and 40+ hours per week.
• A supportive and fun work environment that is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children with autism and their families.

Responsibilities

• Substitutes for or implements 1:1 therapists as needed
• All responsibilities for therapists apply to trainer
• Completes & maintains Registered Behavior Technician credentialing
• Assists with staff training specific to client individual treatment plans, behavior plans, & RBT task list
• Assists with completing weekly treatment integrity checks of each therapist within team
• Monitors & tracks therapist feedback accurately
• Manages therapist during support staff shifts & trains therapists to lead group skills
• Lead groups skills, as needed
• Completes therapist competency checks
• Assists therapists in completing paperwork & data, as needed
• Assists in conducting assessments as supervised by Program Manager, or Clinical Director and preps new client supplies
• Assists with all tasks associated with central reach
• Demonstrates creativity and a “think outside the box” attitude to provide support and achieve positive outcomes for all clients
• Consistently builds rapport with clients and families to achieve best possible outcomes
• Attends and maintains all outside training certifications (CPI, CPR, First Aid, RBT, etc.)
• Attends and implements feedback from weekly supervision with Program Manager
• Assists Program Manager in prepping materials (insurance forms, parent notes, inventories, program materials, etc.)

Physical Requirements

• Lifting/Carrying more than 50 lbs
• Running
• Able to sustain impact to body (i.e., being hit, etc.) in any area
• Crouching, squatting, kneeling for sustained periods of time
• Bending at the waist to touch knees and/or toes
• Full range of motion of hands and arms
• Sitting on floor and chair for long periods of time
• Ability to move quickly from standing to seated, or kneeling position, without support
• Communicates expressively and receptively both verbally and written

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older to be considered for this position
• All applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent are welcome—a college degree is preferred but not required
• Experience as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for minimum of 1 year
• Providing direct 1:1 therapy sessions
• Implementing all skill acquisition programs & maintenance programs
• Accurate data collection
• Implementing all behavior protocols & FBA/BIPs as provided
• Flexible, creative, & possessing excellent time management skills
• Leadership experience & skills demonstrated
• Knowledge of basic functions of behavior
• Knowledge of data collection procedures

Salary

Up to $23.00/hour, based on education/experience