Registered Behavior Technician | Kansas City

Arc of the Ozarks; Kansas City (MO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the non-profit sector is seeking a dedicated Registered Behavior Technician to join their team. This rewarding role involves working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities, implementing behavior support plans, and providing essential support in various settings. You'll play a crucial part in enhancing the quality of life for clients while collaborating with a passionate team of professionals. If you're eager to make a meaningful impact in your community and grow within a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join us in making a difference today!

Benefits

Paid initial and ongoing training certifications

Professional Development Opportunities

Retirement Plan – Match up to 4%

Potential for annual wage increases

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; experience with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Must complete a 40-hour training and pass RBT exams.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavior support plans and collect data under BCBA supervision.
• Assist in functional behavior assessments and provide crisis intervention.

Skills

Behavioral Observation

Crisis Intervention

Data Collection

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field

Tools

MS Office

Data Collection Software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Lees Summit, MO

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

Positions starting at $21.00 per hour!

Are you interested in joining a rewarding non-profit career field with opportunities to make a difference in your community? The Arc invites you to join our team of value-driven and independent professionals. Help us fulfill our mission to support individuals with disabilities in enhancing the quality of their lives!

Bring Your Experience to The Arc! Experience-based wages are available for those whose background is above and beyond the position's requirements.

What is this job all about?

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is responsible for the direct implementation of behavior support plans, skill-acquisition programming, and other behavioral interventions for consumers served by Rivendale and the ABA Services program. The RBT will collect observational, A-B-C, and daily data under the direct supervision of one or more Board Certified Behavior Analyst(s) (BCBA) and in collaboration with the RBT Supervisor (if not a BCBA but approved by the BACB) applicable Director(s).

The RBT will assist with intervention and implementation of therapeutic programming and assessments, such as functional analyses and/or functional behavior assessments. In addition, the RBT will model interventions outlined within behavior support plans, and provide feedback to other implementers/caregivers/parents under the supervision of the BCBA, RBT Supervisor, or applicable Director. The RBT is responsible for maintaining accurate data collection for consumers, including documentation of skills, and for retaining precise records for billing purposes. The implementation of programming with consumers occurs in a variety of settings such as site based, community, or in-home. The RBT is a paraprofessional non-exempt, hourly position.

The RBT will work with the Rivendale team as well as the ABA Services team. Both teams support individuals with developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorders, as well as psychiatric/behavioral diagnoses. The Rivendale team provides support in an educational environment. Individuals served by both programs may exhibit impulsive behaviors, poor decision-making, and verbal/physical aggression. The RBT will use behavioral observation and assessment, and crisis intervention and prevention skills on a daily basis. The RBT must be able to provide support to consumers by following positive behavior support plans and interventions. The RBT must be able to remain calm and provide verbal coaching and modeling for other staff/caregivers in crisis situations.

If we didn’t get your attention yet - The Arc of the Ozarks also offers competitive pay and benefits.

What will my day-to-day responsibilities look like?

A Registered Behavior Technician employee is both a mentor and a coach. In this position you will be working hands on with our clients to provide guidance and suggestions to empower their learning. You will do this by:

1. Assists staff and families by helping with program instruction and working with staff and consumers during instructional activities.
2. Collects and measures data required by treatment plans, IEPs, BSPs, and/or other programs developed by the BCBA(s) and/or at the request of the applicable Director(s).
3. Assists and participates in functional analyses, functional behavior assessments and other assessments as requested by the BCBA(s) and/or applicable Director(s).
4. Participates in treatment planning and meetings with the consumer’s support team.
5. Provides crisis intervention, as needed to maintain safety, within the scope of current crisis management system certifications.
6. Completes required paperwork and required reports in a timely manner, including billing documentation and monitoring one’s timecard.
7. Uses task analyses, backward chaining, and/or forward chaining procedures to teach consumer’s daily self-help skills.
8. Provides modeling and feedback to caregivers regarding behavior support plan implementation in natural environments.
9. Participates in regular supervision meetings with the RBT Supervisor, including but not limited to: reading assigned articles, participating in discussions about assigned articles, and completing assignments related to current topics of discussion.

What do I need to be successful in this position?

Minimum required: High School Diploma or G.E.D., and one year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or psychiatric disorders. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in a human services field preferred.

Candidate has successfully completed a 40-hour training program with a BCBA based on the BACB’s RBT Task List. Applicant must have passed the RBT Competency Assessment Exam administered by a BACB certificant, pass the BACB’s RBT exam, and obtain or be in process of obtaining registration as an RBT with the BACB.

Here’s a little more:

1. Excellent opportunities for growth and promotion within the organization.
2. Setup for success with paid initial and ongoing training certifications and Professional Development Opportunities (CPR/ First Aid, MANDT verbal and physical de-escalation, Paraclete, Level One Med Aide, etc.)
3. Requires weekday, daytime availability for at least the first 1-2 weeks to complete necessary trainings for position.
4. Potential for annual wage increases.
5. Retirement Plan – Match up to 4% after one year.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in individual's lives, click on the link and apply now to join our team!

Qualifications

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

DEFINITION

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is responsible for the direct implementation of behavior support plans, skill-acquisition programming, and other behavioral interventions for consumers served by Rivendale and the ABA Services program. The RBT will collect observational, A-B-C, and daily data under the direct supervision of one or more Board Certified Behavior Analyst(s) (BCBA) and in collaboration with the RBT Supervisor (if not a BCBA but approved by the BACB) applicable Director(s). The RBT will assist with intervention and implementation of therapeutic programming and assessments, such as functional analyses and/or functional behavior assessments. In addition, the RBT will model interventions outlined within behavior support plans, and provide feedback to other implementers/caregivers/parents under the supervision of the BCBA, RBT Supervisor, or applicable Director. The RBT is responsible for maintaining accurate data collection for consumers, including documentation of skills, and for retaining precise records for billing purposes. The implementation of programming with consumers occurs in a variety of settings such as site based, community, or in-home. The RBT is a paraprofessional non-exempt, hourly position.

The RBT must have excellent reasoning, analytical and communication skills. Attention to detail, patience and perseverance are important characteristics.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Assists staff and families by helping with program instruction and working with staff and consumers during instructional activities.
2. Collects and measures data required by treatment plans, IEPs, BSPs, and/or other programs developed by the BCBA(s) and/or at the request of the applicable Director(s).
3. Assists and participates in functional analyses, functional behavior assessments and other assessments as requested by the BCBA(s) and/or applicable Director(s).
4. Implements preference assessments with consumers.
5. Maintains accurate and complete records.
6. Implements and tracks skill acquisition programs.
7. Participates in treatment planning and meetings with the consumer’s support team.
8. Provides crisis intervention, as needed to maintain safety, within the scope of current crisis management system certifications.
9. Completes required paperwork and required reports in a timely manner, including billing documentation and monitoring one’s timecard.
10. Uses task analyses, backward chaining, and/or forward chaining procedures to teach consumer’s daily self-help skills.
11. Provides modeling and feedback to caregivers regarding behavior support plan implementation in natural environments.
12. Models appropriate behaviors for caregivers and staff.
13. Participates in regular supervision meetings with the RBT Supervisor, including but not limited to: reading assigned articles, participating in discussions about assigned articles, and completing assignments related to current topics of discussion.
14. Is an active participant during meetings with the treatment team to discuss the consumer’s progress and to determine priorities for the consumer related to the treatment plan, IEP, behavior support plan, or other programs developed by the BCBA(s), applicable Director(s) and treatment team.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Ability to exercise good judgement and discretion.
2. Ability to work with and respect persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
3. Ability to work varied and flexible hours and flexible days and to accept and adapt to changes in assignments, methods, and policies.
4. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with program participants, co-workers, families, and stakeholders.
5. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written forms.
6. Ability to demonstrate competency with MS Office and data collection software programs.
7. Ability to demonstrate and retain knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis principles, positive behavior support principles and practices, and behavior management techniques as they apply to programming for those with developmental disabilities.
8. Ability to comply with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board’s (BACB) ethical principles regarding professional conduct and scope of practice.
9. Obtains ongoing supervision from BCBA(s) for a minimum of 5% of the hours spent directly engaged in consumer skill acquisition activities and behavior change strategies per month.
10. Maintains RBT credential in good standing with the BACB.
11. Ability to stand, stoop, push and pull items, and lift 50 pounds.
12. Performs other duties as assigned.
13. Licensed and insured driver with a vehicle available for work.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum required: High School Diploma or G.E.D., and one year of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and/or psychiatric disorders. Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in a human services field preferred.

Candidate has successfully completed a 40-hour training program with a BCBA based on the BACB’s RBT Task List. Applicant must have passed the RBT Competency Assessment Exam administered by a BACB certificant, pass the BACB’s RBT exam, and obtain or be in process of obtaining registration as an RBT with the BACB.