D111 - DD Crisis - Registered Behavioral Technician

River Edge Behavioral Health; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible spending accounts

Short- and long-term disability coverage

11 paid holidays

Voluntary life insurance

Job summary

A leading behavioral health provider in Macon, Georgia is seeking a Registered Behavioral Technician to implement behavior support plans and assist in crisis management for individuals with special needs. Candidates should have a high school diploma and RBT certification, alongside strong communication and computer skills. This full-time role offers a chance to support individuals in a meaningful way while providing essential documentation. Benefits include flexible spending accounts and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year working in behavioral health/IDD or a related field.
• Ability to foster good relationships among others.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavior support plans for crisis situations.
• Respond effectively to crises using de-escalation techniques.
• Collect and document behavioral data during crisis events.
• Collaborate with the treatment team for consistent strategies.
• Assist in functional behavior assessments.
• Implement proactive behavior support strategies.
• Assist in training staff on crisis intervention techniques.
• Maintain accurate documentation for the RBT role.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Good computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Certification as a registered behavioral technician

Job description

D111 - DD Crisis - Registered Behavioral Technician

Join to apply for the D111 - DD Crisis - Registered Behavioral Technician role at River Edge Behavioral Health.

Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports as well as individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services as well as crisis intervention services as well as awareness, education and recovery groups.

Position Overview

The Specialized Transitional Home is a program designed to assist three to four individuals whose needs cannot be met by less intensive support options. This program offers support in learning life and leisure skills, personal care, and community integration, as outlined in each person's individualized plan.

Location / Schedule

1881 Twin Pines Drive, Macon, Georgia. Rotating shifts: Sun – Sat 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavior support plans developed by the Behavior Analyst to address crisis situations and challenging behaviors exhibited by individuals in the facility.
• Respond effectively to crisis situations using trained techniques such as de-escalation strategies, calming methods, and behavior redirection to ensure the safety of all individuals involved.
• Collect and document behavioral data during crisis events to track progress and support ongoing intervention planning.
• Collaborate closely with the Behavior Analyst, treatment team members, and facility staff to coordinate crisis management approaches and ensure consistency in behavior support strategies.
• Assist in conducting functional behavior assessments and analyzing behavioral data to identify triggers and patterns that contribute to crisis situations.
• Implement proactive behavior support strategies to promote positive behaviors and reduce the likelihood of harmful behaviors.
• Assist in training home staff on crisis intervention techniques, behavior management strategies, and principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including interventions, progress notes, and incident reports, as required for the RBT role in the home.

Qualifications Needed (Education and/or Experience)

• High School Diploma.
• Certification as a registered behavioral technician.
• At least 1 year working in behavioral health/ intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) or a related field.
• Good computer skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to foster good relationships among others (a plus).

Additional Benefits

• Flexible spending accounts
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 11 paid holidays
• Voluntary life insurance

If you are looking for an opportunity to make life better and a strong desire for personal growth, we encourage you to apply. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Job Details

Seniority level: Entry level. Employment type: Full-time. Job function: Other. Industries: Hospitals and Health Care.

We are an equal opportunity employer and highly value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

All selected applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.