Behavioral Therapy Assistant

Easter Seals TN; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 27,552 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 hours eligible for PTO

Employer paid life insurance

70% paid health insurance

Paid training to become a certified RBT

Job summary

Easter Seals TN in Cleveland, Ohio seeks a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to implement treatment plans and behavior intervention plans under the direction of a BCBA. The role requires conducting 1:1 behavioral therapy and documenting session notes meticulously.

Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma and excellent communication abilities. Starting pay is $20 an hour, increasing to $21 after one year, plus bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must pass the RBT Certification Exam within 60 days of hire.
• Maintain required training including CPR/1st Aid.
• Have reliable transportation for commute between assigned worksites.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 1:1 behavioral therapy.
• Write session summary notes and parent communication notes.
• Adhere to HIPAA policies and procedures.
• Teach and model functional play according to the age level.
• Follow intervention and treatment plans as written.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication abilities

Skilled in Microsoft Office

Ability to document precisely

Excellent social skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Description

Under the direction of the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), the Registered Behavior Technician is responsible for implementing treatment plans, and implementing behavior intervention plans with the assistance of the BCBA.

Mission Statement

To make profound positive differences in the lives of people with disabilities as they learn, work, and play in their communities.

5 Core Values

Supporting Persons with Disabilities; Being Person Focused; Excellence In All We Do; Financial Stability for Sustained Growth & Impact; Acting With Integrity & Respect.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 1:1 behavioral therapy
• Write well‑written and objective session summary notes, behavior notes, and parent communication notes
• Adhere to HIPAA policies and procedures
• Track BCBA supervision hours and maintain RBT certification
• Follow the BACB Professional and Ethical Compliance Code
• Attend mandatory monthly staff meetings
• Teach and model functional play according to the age level
• Follow intervention and treatment plans as written
• Always display professionalism
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities
• Must be skilled in Microsoft Office and computers
• Ability to document precisely
• Have excellent social skills
• Pass the RBT Certification Exam within 60 days of hire
• Maintain required training including CPR/1st Aid
• Have reliable transportation for commute between assigned worksites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with adults and children with developmental disabilities.

Physical Demands

• Walking, running, sitting on the floor, crawling, and blocking
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Pay and Benefits

RBT pay starting at $20 an hour. After 1 year of Easter Seals TN service pay automatically increases to $21 an hour. Plus evening and weekend shift differential of an additional $2 an hour. Eligible for quarterly lump sum bonuses after achieving billing milestone. Paid training to become a certified RBT. If already a certified RBT, eligible for a one-time only bonus of $1500 after achieving billing milestone.

Benefits

• 40 hours eligible for PTO. Great benefits package including employer paid life insurance and long term disability and 70% paid health insurance. Holiday Pay and other benefits.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.