Behavior Technician (RBT/BT)

A Better Way ABA; East Islip (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A Better Way ABA is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to support our behavioral analysis team in East Islip, NY. The role involves assisting with implementation of behavior plans and documenting progress over time, under supervision.

You will work with patients in home or facility settings to provide compassionate care and ensure plan fidelity. Ideal candidates demonstrate strong communication, empathy for families, adaptability, and professional composure in challenging situations,

Qualifications

• Strong communication with patients and families.
• Ability to stay professional under pressure.
• Empathy and active listening in care.
• Adaptability to changing care plans.

Responsibilities

• Assist behavioral analysis teams in evaluating patients over time.
• Adhere to behavioral health plans developed by professionals.
• Interview patients in home or facility settings and draft progress reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy for patients and families

Professional in high-stress situations

Flexibility and adaptability

Listening and reasoning skills

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