Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)-5

Nationwide Children's Hospital; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Nationwide Children's Hospital in Ohio is seeking an experienced RBT to implement individualized behavioral interventions for children with autism, under the supervision of a Behavior Analyst. You will work in the child’s home, school, or community settings to support communication, social, and adaptive skills.

New hires receive training to become certified as an RBT, with ongoing supervision from a team of Behavior Analysts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in psychology, special education, speech or language, or related field, within 30 days of employment, required.
• Certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or ability to gain certification within 90 days of employment, required.
• Certification in Marcus Crisis Prevention Program safety training and other safety protocols within 60 days of employment, required.

Responsibilities

• Implements behavioral intervention and therapeutic procedures defined by behavior analysts in areas of language, play, social, adaptive, coping, and other skills.
• Supports and provides intervention to patients in home, school, and community settings.
• Participates in meetings to clarify and update the client’s intervention plan.
• Collects data related to all therapy activities and completes clinical documentation as directed.
• Protects child’s right to confidentiality and maintains appropriate relationships with the client, family, and other professionals.

Skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in psychology, special education, speech or language, or related field

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with autism? As an RBT, you'll implement personalized behavioral interventions designed by a Behavior Analyst in various settings, including the child's home, school, and community. Newly Hired staff receive training to become certified as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). Ongoing supervision and mentorship is provided by a team of fun, knowledgeable, and supportive Behavior Analysts. Make a meaningful difference by joining our team today!

Overview

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with autism? As an RBT, you'll implement personalized behavioral interventions designed by a Behavior Analyst in various settings, including the child's home, school, and community. Newly Hired staff receive training to become certified as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). Ongoing supervision and mentorship is provided by a team of fun, knowledgeable, and supportive Behavior Analysts. Make a meaningful difference by joining our team today!

Job Description Summary

Implements behavioral intervention for children diagnosed with autism, as designed by a Behavior Analyst, in the child’s home, school, or community.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Implements behavioral intervention and therapeutic procedures defined by behavior analysts in areas of language, play, social, adaptive, coping, and other skills.


• Supports and provides intervention to patients in home, school, and community settings.


• Participates in meetings to clarify and update the client’s intervention plan.


• Collects data related to all therapy activities and completes clinical documentation as directed.


• Protects child’s right to confidentiality and maintains appropriate relationships with the client, family, and other professionals.

Education Requirement

Bachelor's Degree in psychology, special education, speech or language, or related field, within 30 days of employment, required.

Licensure Requirement

Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy. Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Certifications

• Certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or ability to gain certification within 90 days of employment, required. Newly hired staff receive training to become certified as an RBT and ongoing RBT supervision.


• Certification in Marcus Crisis Prevention Program safety training and other safety protocols within 60 days of employment, required.

Skills

• Ability to problem-solve when novel or challenging situations arise.


• Demonstrated teamwork skills and willingness to seek and accept feedback.


• Proficiency with MS Office.

Experience

Experience working with children, preferred.

Physical Requirements

OCCASIONALLY: Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Climb stairs/ladder, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Loud Noises, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use
FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist, Computer skills, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Sitting, Squat/kneel, Walking
CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/near, Standing

Additional Physical Requirements Performed But Not Listed Above

Implementing MCPP and safety protocol strategies.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet