RBT - Autism Support Specialist (School-Based)

Gersh Autism; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Life Insurance

Job summary

Gersh Autism, Long Island City-based, seeks a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to work with students with ASD under BCBA supervision. You will provide one-on-one instruction, behavioral support, and social skills training to achieve individualized goals.

You must hold an active RBT certification. This is a year-round school program with strong emphasis on data collection, collaboration, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Active RBT certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s preferred.
• Experience with ASD or in special education.
• Ability to implement BIPs and collect data under BCBA guidance.
• Strong spoken and written communication.
• Team collaboration with students, families and staff.
• Patience, flexibility and dedication to students with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and IEPs as directed by the BCBA.
• Provide one-on-one or small group support in classroom and school settings.
• Collect and record data on behaviors and progress with timely documentation.
• Assist in teaching strategies for academic, social, and behavioral development.
• Conduct behavior management to decrease challenging behaviors and increase adaptive behaviors.
• Support daily living skills, communication, self-regulation, and independence.
• Collaborate with staff to create a supportive learning environment.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and BCBA supervision.
• Adhere to ethical and professional standards.

Skills

RBT certification

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patience

Discretion/confidentiality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred)

Job description

Gersh Autism, Long Island City-based, seeks a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to work with students with ASD under BCBA supervision. You will provide one-on-one instruction, behavioral support, and social skills training to achieve individualized goals.

You must hold an active RBT certification. This is a year-round school program with strong emphasis on data collection, collaboration, and ongoing professional development.