Registered Behavior Technician

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is hiring a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to provide direct client services under the supervision of a BCBA or BCBA-D. You will implement ABA protocols and collect data to inform treatment plans, contributing to the care of children with developmental disabilities.

The role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, with no minimum experience required and a preference for a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field is highly preferred.
• Experience in the implementation of behavioral assessment/treatment programs with children with developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of normal/abnormal growth and development throughout the age continuum.
• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Current RBT certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct client care utilizing applied behavior analysis protocols under the supervision of a BCBA or BCBA-D.
• Communicates case-related activities with supervisors using written and verbal communication.
• Accurately collects behavior data during direct observations using data collection systems.
• Assists in the monitoring (e.g., data collection and data entry) and adjustment of routine behavioral assessments and protocols.
• Utilizes safe and appropriate handling, management, and guidance procedures when transporting or working with clients.
• Completes a daily assignment (e.g., research data entry, creating packets of documents, tidying up areas of the unit, etc.).
• Attends team supervision meetings and required trainings.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Time management

Organizational skills

Data collection

Interpreting data

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Work Shift

• Day


• Monday-Friday


• Shift Start Time


• Variable


• Shift End Time


• Variable


• Worker Sub-Type


• Regular

Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.

Job Description

Provides direct client services under the supervision of a BCBA or BCBA-D. The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is primarily responsible for the direct implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) protocols.

Experience

• No minimum experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field is highly preferred (Psychology, Education, ABA, Behavioral Health, Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathology, etc.)


• Experience in the implementation of behavioral assessment/treatment programs with children with developmental disabilities


• Knowledge of normal/abnormal growth and development throughout the age continuum


• Experience with Microsoft Office


• Current RBT certification

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Certification Summary

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment


• Completion of Marcus Crisis Prevention Program within 90 days of hire


• RBT credential within 90 days of hire


• CITI within 3 months

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to provide, assess, interpret, and communicate client-specific data in response to treatment protocols


• Must possess strong organizational and time management skills along with ability to manage multiple tasks


• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Must possess excellent customer service skills


• Must be able to successfully pass the Registered Behavior Technician exam, the Marcus Crisis Prevention Program (MCPP) post-test, and teaching procedures role playing

Job Responsibilities

• Provides direct client care utilizing applied behavior analysis protocols under the supervision of a BCBA or BCBA-D.


• Communicates case-related activities with supervisors using written and verbal communication.


• Accurately collects behavior data during direct observations using data collection systems.


• Assists in the monitoring (e.g., data collection and data entry) and adjustment of routine behavioral assessments and protocols.


• Utilizes safe and appropriate handling, management, and guidance procedures when transporting or working with clients.


• Completes a daily assignment (e.g., research data entry, creating packets of documents, tidying up areas of the unit, etc.).


• Attends team supervision meetings and required trainings.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address

2620 Satellite Blvd

Job Family

Behavioral Health