Autism Education RBT - One-on-One Support & Growth

Gersh Autism Academy; New York (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k

Life Insurance

Family Leave

Disability

Training & Development

Job summary

Gersh Autism Academy, powered by Gersh, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Behavior Technician to join our team. You will work directly with students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder under the supervision of a BCBA.

You will provide one-on-one instruction, behavioral support, and social skills training to help students achieve their individualized goals. This position requires strong communication skills, patience, and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of students

Qualifications

• Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification (must have an active RBT certification to qualify for the RBT position)
• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
• Prior experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or in a special education setting
• Ability to implement behavior intervention plans and collect data under BCBA guidance
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work well within a team and interact professionally with students, families, and colleagues
• Patience, flexibility, and a passion for working with students with special needs
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow all school policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and IEPs as developed by the BCBA
• Provide direct one-on-one or small group support to students in the classroom and other school settings
• Collect and record accurate data on student behaviors and progress, ensuring timely and detailed documentation
• Assist in the implementation of teaching strategies to support academic, social, and behavioral development
• Conduct behavior management and intervention strategies to decrease challenging behaviors and increase adaptive behaviors
• Support students with daily living skills, including communication, self-regulation, and independence-building tasks
• Collaborate with the teaching staff and other members of the school team to create a supportive learning environment
• Participate in ongoing professional development and RBT supervision sessions with the BCBA
• Adhere to ethical and professional standards in all aspects of the position

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patience

Data collection

Safety & CPI knowledge

Confidentiality

ABA knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Gersh Autism Academy, powered by Gersh, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Behavior Technician to join our team. You will work directly with students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder under the supervision of a BCBA.

You will provide one-on-one instruction, behavioral support, and social skills training to help students achieve their individualized goals. This position requires strong communication skills, patience, and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of students