Behavior Technician - RBT Preferred

Voices for Voices; Franklin, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RBT certification paid

Job summary

Advocates is seeking a Behavior Technician to implement ABA treatment for clients aged 1 to 22 across home, ABA Center, and community settings under supervision. You will collect data and support independence in functional skills as part of the client’s treatment team.

Able to train and orient new staff, communicate with guardians, and follow plans closely. Schedule is Mon-Fri with some evenings/weekends; RBT certification paid by us.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• RBT credential or higher education preferred (Bachelor’s or Associate).
• Must pass background checks and have valid driver’s license, safe driving record, automobile insurance and access to insured vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Enhance the lives of those we serve through positive approaches, following approved treatment plans.
• Assist to meet goals outlined in the treatment plan with consultation from Behavior Analyst.
• Assist in the training and orientation of new staff; provide feedback to coworkers.
• Collect accurate data across all aspects within the program (e.g., toileting, DTI, behavior, environment, records).
• Participate in development of individualized plans and attend meetings as appropriate.
• Work one on one in the ABA Center/home/community with a child that has special healthcare needs.
• Meet with Behavior Analyst to review family concerns, scheduling, and treatment plan administration.
• Implement instructional strategies consistently and as prescribed by the Behavior Analyst.
• Communicate medical, physical, or other changes in client status to guardian and clinical team.
• Implement teaching programs in a positive, proactive manner at all times.
• Responsible for all aspects of the client’s treatment plan including self-care and toilet training.

Skills

Data collection

ABA implementation

Team communication

Training staff

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

RBT Credential (preferred)

Job description

$22-$29/hour

Schedule: Monday-Friday with flexible hours depending on the needs of the family with occasional needs for evenings and weekends.

*We will pay for you to get RBT certified for this position!*

The Behavior Technician is responsible for the implementation of applied behavior analysis educational and treatment programs with individual clients aged 1 to 22 in their home, ABA Center, and within the community, under the direction of the clinical team. A Behavior Analyst will directly supervise the treatment and offer support in implementing the strategies to promote independence across a variety of functional skills. Collect data as prescribed by the Behavior Analyst using a variety of measurement systems and participate in data management. The Behavior Technician participates as a member of client treatment team.

Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma/GED

Responsibilities

• Enhance the lives of those we serve through positive approaches, remembering that each person has individual needs and learning styles. Follow all approved treatment plans.
• Assist at whatever level necessary to meet the goals outlined in the treatment plan with consultation from Behavior Analyst.
• Assist in the training and orientation of new staff; provide co-workers with positive and constructive feedback.
• Collect accurate data across all aspects within the program. For example, but not limited to: toileting, discrete trial instruction, behavior, natural environment, maintaining client records, etc.
• Participate in the development of individualized plans as appropriate and follow accordingly, as well as actively participate in meetings.
• Work one on one in the ABA Center/client home/community with a child that has special healthcare needs.
• Meet with Behavior Analyst to review and discuss family concerns, scheduling issues, and the administration of the treatment plan.
• Implement instructional strategies consistently and accurately as prescribed by the Behavior Analyst.
• Communicate any medical, physical, or other changes in client status to guardian and the clinical team.
• Implement teaching programs in a positive, supportive, and proactive manner at all times.
• Responsible for implementing all aspects of child’s Treatment Plan including self-care and supporting client and family with toilet training programming.

Advocates is committed to cultivating a diverse and welcoming community where everyone feels respected and valued. Advocates fosters a culture of inclusion that celebrates and promotes diversity along multiple dimensions, including race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, partnered status, age, national origin, socioeconomic status, religion, ability, culture, and experience.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview or hiring process, please contact Human Resources.

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or RBT Credential (preferred) or, Associate’s Degree (60+ credit hours), or High School Diploma or GED and at least 6 months of relevant experience
• Must successfully pass background checks. Must have valid driver’s license, safe driving record, automobile insurance and access to insured vehicle to be used as directed and when needed for transport.