Registered Behavior Technician - Complex Behavior

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) – Complex Behavior to provide direct client care for children and adolescents up to age 21 under BCBA supervision, applying ABA protocols to reduce high‑risk behaviors.

No minimum experience required; a high school diploma is needed, with a preferred Bachelor's degree and an active RBT certification. Join a collaborative pediatric team committed to safety, learning, and making a difference every day.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• RBT certification within 90 days of employment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct client care utilizing ABA protocols under supervision of a BCBA/BCBA‑D.
• Communicates case-related activities with supervisors in writing and verbally.
• Accurately collects data on client behavior during direct observations using paper or computer systems.
• Assists in assessments (e.g., functional analyses) and treatment sessions.
• Assists in data entry and creation of graphs for data trends.
• Assists in training caregivers or other providers.
• Follows Marcus Crisis Prevention Program safety procedures during transport or interactions.
• Attends unit meetings and required trainings.

Skills

ABA protocols

Data collection

Customer service

Teamwork

Adaptability

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Worker Sub-Type

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Job Description

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) – Complex Behavior provides direct client services to children and adolescents, up to age 21, with high-intensity and high-frequency complex behaviors (e.g., aggression, self-injury, property destruction). These behaviors have caused injury and/or damage to themselves, others and/or the environment. Services focus on reduction of complex behaviors and increasing adaptive behaviors under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA or BCBA-D). The RBT – Complex Behavior 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 (Psychology, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, 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 Registered Behavior Technician certification

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Certification Summary

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association (AHA) within 30 days of employment
• RBT certification within 90 days of employment
• Completion of Marcus Crisis Prevention Program (MCPP) Tier Five within 90 days of employment
• Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI) within 90 days of employment

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to provide, assess, interpret, and communicate client-specific data in response to treatment protocols
• Strong organizational and time management skills along with ability to manage multiple tasks
• Excellent customer service skills, communication skills, and the ability to communicate well in person, in writing, and on the phone
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to quickly adapt to change while maintaining a positive attitude
• Ability to work effectively in pressured situations and demonstrate the ability to diffuse escalating situations
• Understanding that this role is exposed to complex behavior such as personal insults and offensive language, aggression, self-injury, elopement, expulsion (i.e., spitting out foods or liquids during treatment) and property destruction. Staff are commonly required to wear adaptive clothing and protective equipment to maintain the safety of the client and staff.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides direct client care utilizing applied behavior analysis protocols under the supervision of a BCBA or BCBA-D. Protocols are specialized and focus on reduction of client\'s complex behavior (e.g., aggression, self-injury, property destruction) and increasing adaptive skills. Protocols are implemented under close clinical oversight.
• Communicates case-related activities with supervisors using written and verbal communication.
• Accurately collects data of patient complex behavior (e.g., aggression, self-injury, property destruction) during direct observations using paper & pencil or computer-based data collection systems.
• Assists in implementation of assessments (e.g., functional analyses) and treatment sessions.
• Assists in data entry, creating graphical depictions of data and adjustment of routine behavioral assessments and protocols.
• Assists in training of caregivers or other relevant providers (e.g., teachers, BCBAs).
• Utilizes safe Marcus Crisis Prevention Program procedures when transporting or working with clients.
• Completes a daily Complex RBT Duty (e.g., ordering supplies, creating packets of documents, tidying up areas of the unit, etc.).
• Delivers excellent customer service through timely communication, responsiveness, and organization.
• Attends unit meetings and required training.

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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