Registered Behavior Technician - Autism Support & Growth

Valley Behavioral Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-Demand Pay

Time Off

Health & Insurance Benefits

401(k) match

Professional Development

Bonuses

Job summary

Valley Behavioral Health’s Carmen B. Pingree Autism Center of Learning seeks a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for interim educational support in a classroom/clinical setting for adolescents and children with behavioral health challenges or autism.

The role works with the treatment team to implement behavioral strategies and support home and community learning. The position emphasizes skills development, collaboration with families and professionals, and adherence to the Treatment Plan.

Qualifications

• RBT certification within the required timeframe (Post-hire as needed — required within 120 days)
• CPR certification (Post-hire)
• Valley de-escalation certification (Post-hire)

Responsibilities

• Assists clients with participation in classroom, skills groups, and educational outings according to their abilities and needs
• Assists the treatment team in providing academic and therapeutic structure through the application of behavioral techniques and procedures
• Implements therapeutic interventions to encourage and support self-management, communication, and social skills
• Charts the progress of assigned clients through progress notes to ensure the ongoing evaluation of client strengths and opportunities
• Provides input and recommendations to the treatment team for the development and implementation of the Treatment Plan and the Behavioral Intervention/Management Plan
• Assists in de-escalating clients when necessary or intervening when the behavior of an individual poses a threat of harm to themselves and/or others
• Supports client health by assisting with hygiene responsibilities as required

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Valley Behavioral Health’s Carmen B. Pingree Autism Center of Learning seeks a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for interim educational support in a classroom/clinical setting for adolescents and children with behavioral health challenges or autism.

The role works with the treatment team to implement behavioral strategies and support home and community learning. The position emphasizes skills development, collaboration with families and professionals, and adherence to the Treatment Plan.