Registered Behavior Technician

Community Options Job Board; Columbia (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid Holidays

403b Retirement Plan with Employer Mat

Career Growth Opportunities

Flexible schedules with full caseloads

Mileage Reimbursement

Tuition reduction via university ties

Job summary

Community Options, Inc. is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for Columbia, TN, to provide onsite services across homes, schools, and community settings.

The role supports individuals with disabilities using evidence-based practices and requires completing a 40-hour training and possessing a valid driver’s license. Salary ranges from $20 to $22 per hour, with generous benefits and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Complete a 40-hour behavioral technician training.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Knowledge of Positive Behavior Supports.
• Ability to implement Behavior Plans independently and confidently.
• Ability to collect, interpret, and graph data.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite services to participants with intellectual and developmental disabilities using evidence-based and data-driven methodologies.
• Model and implement behavior strategies in the Behavior Plan to develop skills.
• Provide timely written feedback to clinicians on the Behavior Plan and effectiveness.
• Participate in onsite meetings with the participant’s support network regarding Behavior Plan recommendations.
• Collect data on progress and collaborate to ensure behavior reduction and skill generalization.
• Prepare progress reports for the participant’s team as needed.
• Provide a safe and supportive environment.
• Cooperate with licensee and staff during inspections or inquiries.
• Additional tasks may be assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Data collection/analysis

Crisis management

Relationship building

Positive Behavior Supports

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Community Options, Inc. is a national non‑profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 12 states.

Positive Options is the behavioral health division of Community Options, Inc. Positive Options is seeking aRegistered Behavior TechnicianinColumbia, TN. Registered behavior technicians work in homes, schools, and community settings with children, adolescents, and adults, using best practices to teach the critical skills needed for each individual to live a meaningful and independent life.

The ideal candidate will have experience implementing individualized behavior interventions in multiple settings. If you are passionate about helping others and looking for a rewarding career, Positive Options provides all required training needed to become an RBT for those new to the field.

$20-$22/ hr based on experience

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite services to participants with intellectual and developmental disabilities through evidence based and data driven methodologies that include trauma informed care and positive behavior supports
• Model and implement behavioral support strategies specified in the Behavior Plan that assist the participant with acquiring, retaining, improving, and generalizing the behavioral, self-help, socialization, and adaptive skills necessary to function successfully in the home and the community
• Provide timely and structured written feedback to the clinicians on the provision and effectiveness of the Behavior Plan and strategies
• Participate in onsite meetings or instructional sessions with the participant’s support network regarding the recommendations, strategies, and next steps identified in the Behavior Plan
• Collect data on progress and work collaboratively to ensure effective behavior reduction, skill acquisition, and skill generalization
• Prepare progress reports for the participant’s team as needed
• Provide a safe and supportive environment
• Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation
• Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
• High School Diploma or GED
• Successfully complete a 40-hour behavioral technician training
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
• Knowledge of Positive Behavior Supports
• Ability to implement Behavior Plans independently and confidently
• Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with participants receiving supports
• Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations
• Ability to collect, interpret, and graph data
• Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Competitive Benefits and Perks:

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday
• Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
• 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
• Flexible schedules with full caseloads
• Daytime, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours available
• On‑going support, mentorship, and training from high‑experienced clinicians
• Mileage Reimbursement
• University partnerships that include tuition reduction

Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D

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