Registered Behavior Technician

10 Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Inc.; Georgia; On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to provide direct client care under supervision. You will implement ABA protocols and collect behavior data in clinical settings.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent, a current RBT credential, and a preference for a Bachelor’s degree in related fields; excellent communication and organizational skills are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field is highly preferred (Psychology, Education, ABA, Behavioral Health, etc.).
• Experience in implementing behavioral assessment/treatment programs with children with developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of normal/abnormal growth and development throughout the age continuum.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct client care utilizing applied behavior analysis protocols under supervision of a BCBA/BCBA-D.
• Communicates case-related activities with supervisors in writing and verbally.
• Accurately collects behavior data during direct observations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RBT certification

Job description

Shift Information

Work Shift Day Work Day(s) Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Shift Start Time 8:30 AM
Shift End Time 5:00 PM
Worker Sub-Type Regular

Company Overview

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. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta has been 100 percent committed to kids for more than 100 years. A not-for-profit organization, Children’s is dedicated to making kids better today and healthier tomorrow. With 3 hospitals, 20 neighborhood locations and a total of 673 beds, Children’s is the largest healthcare provider for children in Georgia and one of the largest pediatric clinical care providers in the country. Children’s offers access to more than 60 pediatric specialties and programs and is ranked among the top children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report. Children’s has been recognized as a Fortune 100 Best Place to Work, a Best Place for Working Mothers, and as a top employer for diversity and millennials. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefit package that supports our mission, vision and values. We are proud to offer an array of programs and services to our employees that have distinguished us as a best place to work in the country. Connect to our mission of making kids better today and healthier tomorrow.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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 1920 Briarcliff Rd NE

Job Family

Behavioral Health