Hospital RBT: Crisis Intervention & Behavioral Support

MePA; Nashville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to provide direct behavioral support in an acute hospital setting under the supervision of a Board‑Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The position requires completing the Marcus Crisis Prevention Program (MCPP) Level 5 training during orientation, with ongoing certification maintenance.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patients with complex medical and behavioral needs, aiming to reduce restrictive

Qualifications

• Certified as Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).
• Experience requirements: relevant work experience and less than 1 year.
• Education: Bachelor's degree mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct behavioral crisis intervention under BCBA supervision.
• Implement evidence-based behavior support plans.
• Assist in identifying patients at risk and apply proactive strategies to prevent crises.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and mental health staff during procedures and care.
• Teach functional communication and coping skills to patients and families.

Skills

Behavioral Crisis Intervention

Medical Tolerance & Skill Acquisition

Patient Documentation

Human Growth & Development

Interdisciplinary Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Vanderbilt Health is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to provide direct behavioral support in an acute hospital setting under the supervision of a Board‑Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The position requires completing the Marcus Crisis Prevention Program (MCPP) Level 5 training during orientation, with ongoing certification maintenance.

You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support patients with complex medical and behavioral needs, aiming to reduce restrictive