Registered Behavior Technician

Acorn Health; Maryland; On-site; USD 28,929 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting $21/hr

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement Plan

RBT Training

Professional development opportunities

Supervisors & mentors

BACB fieldwork supervision at no cost

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Acorn Health in Maryland is seeking Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) to join our team and help children with Autism live meaningful, independent lives. As a Behavior Technician, you will deliver 1:1 ABA interventions under the supervision of BCBA in center, home, school, or other locations as indicated.

We value teamwork, professional growth, and a supportive learning environment. Benefits include paid time off, holidays, medical/dental/vision insurance, retirement plan, RBT training, and

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience working with children preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, teaching, or related field preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must pass a background check.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete training to provide therapy (state requirements vary).
• Deliver 1:1 ABA treatment to clients.
• Work with supervising BCBA to ensure high quality service.
• Support parent and caregiver training as directed by the BCBA.
• Collect data and document records to monitor progress.

Skills

Experience with children

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in psychology/teaching/related field

Job description

Acorn Health is an Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) treatment provider dedicated to providing the best quality care for our clients. We aim to continually establish best-in-class standards in integrity and quality for not only ourselves, but also in the field of ABA. We work courageously and with accountability to focus on the individuality of each child, collaborate with client families, and generate permanence in client outcomes. We strive to hire and to invest in our greatest asset - our employees, who are the heart of Acorn Health.

Acorn Health is a standard-setting family of ABA treatment providers. We believe the best employees want to work with companies who share their beliefs, and that is true for families who entrust us with children they love. Every day and every interaction, we strive to demonstrate our Five Core Values.

Acorn Health is looking for Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) to join our team! Come join a company focused on helping children with Autism live their most meaningful and functionally independent lives.

As a Behavior Technician, you will work directly with clients delivering high quality, intensive, ABA interventions under supervision of the Behavior Analysts (BCBA) who develop each client’s treatment plan. While each of our centers is unique, we share important core values. We focus on high quality, ethical, individualized treatment. We believe in authenticity and create a place where everyone can show up as their true selves. Teamwork is of the essence and we all commit to working closely together to support each other and the clients we serve. We encourage professional growth and offer career development opportunities to all of our staff.

Job Responsibilities

• Complete training necessary to provide therapy (requirements vary by state)
• Deliver 1:1 direct ABA treatment to clients to increase skills, decrease problem behaviors and strengthen the behavioral supports in place
• Work closely with the supervising BCBA and other team members to ensure high quality service delivery
• Support parent and caregiver training as directed by the BCBA
• Collect data and document client records to monitor progress and to enable the best possible treatment decisions
• Communicate regularly with parents, supervisor(s), and others as necessary to inform and improve treatment plans
• Provide services to clients in center, home, school, or other location(s) as clinically indicated
• Schedule may include driving between clients

Benefits

• Starting Behavior Technicians at $21 / hr.
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Other supplemental insurance options, such as life insurance
• Paid initial & continued RBT Training
• Continued professional development opportunities
• Supportive supervisors & mentors
• BACB fieldwork supervision at no cost to those pursuing coursework in ABA
• Tuition discounts from our University partners
• Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience working with children highly preferred (caregiver, paraprofessional, daycare, etc!)
• Obtained or pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, teaching, or related field preferred
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Should enjoy working on an interdisciplinary team and collaborating with others
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Passion for helping others

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees in this classification.

Acorn Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship or immigration status, veteran status, genetic information, height, weight, hair or hairstyle, familial status, marital status, or any other protected status covered by applicable federal, state, or local law.