Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - Paid Training!

Behavior Change Institute; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in behavioral therapy is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician in Albuquerque. The role focuses on providing behavioral intervention to individuals with autism, requiring a compassionate professional with strong communication skills. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and be ready to commit to hours after school.

Benefits

Paid Sick Time

Employee Assistance Program

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Accident Coverage

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of RBT credentialing training necessary.
• Criminal background check clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 behavioral intervention to individuals diagnosed with Autism.
• Implement strategies outlined in the behavior intervention plan.
• Collect daily data as prescribed by the supervisor.

Skills

Effective verbal communication

Compassion

Team player

Attention to detail

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Reports to: Direct Clinical Supervisor (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)

Pay : $17-$24 hourly DOE

Minimum Availability Requirement: Providers must be available at least three afternoons per week between the hours of 3-6:30 pm MT and preference is given to staff that are available to work with clients MWF or M-Th or Tues-Fri on a set schedule after school.

Position: Registered Behavior Technician(RBT)

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Reports to: Direct Clinical Supervisor (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)

Pay : $17-$24 hourly DOE

Minimum Availability Requirement: Providers must be available at least three afternoons per week between the hours of 3-6:30 pm MT and preference is given to staff that are available to work with clients MWF or M-Th or Tues-Fri on a set schedule after school.

Company Description

Behavior Change Institute is a nationally recognized service agency that specializes in providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for individuals diagnosed with autism and their families. We are looking for motivated professionals who share in our commitment to improving the wellbeing of others!

Job Description

Behavior Interventionists provide 1:1 behavioral intervention to individuals diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. We provide direct services to both children and adults in a variety of settings including private homes, schools, clinics and community settings.

Interventionists implement behavioral strategies to improve socially significant behaviors and quality of life. This includes implementation of a treatment plan developed by a BCBA addressing communication, challenging behavior, daily living, safety and social skills. The Behavior interventionist is responsible for monitoring patient progress by completing daily data collection and clinical documentation.

Essential Duties Include The Following:

• Communicate BCI’s philosophy of positive behavioral practice, compassion and respect
• Follow all policies and protocols set forth in the BCI employee handbook
• Collect daily data as prescribed by your supervisor (BCBA)
• Complete clinical documentation to communicate with team members and insurance funders about progress on goals and any barriers
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records and documentation
• Implement the strategies outlined in the patient’s behavior intervention plan
• Contact your supervisor with any questions, comments, or concerns
• Timely communication with your supervisor about the child you are working with, especially if there are any concerns
• Direct the child’s caregivers and circle of support to your supervisor (BCBA) for any questions pertaining to the child’s goals being addressed, progress being made, strategies to employ
• Maintain professional boundaries with the child, family and circle of support per the BACB Professional and ethical Code of Conduct
• All other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Criminal Background Check Clearance
• Access to a reliable means of getting to and from work consistently
• The ability to obtain a valid U.S. Driver’s License
• Proof of Auto Insurance (if you drive)
• Successful completion of the credentialing from BCI’s contracting agency

Mandatory Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Training & Registration Process. Information on the RBT credential can be found at www.bacb.com

Behavior Change Institute is an approved RBT training center!

Candidates selected for employment must complete the RBT training program (6 weeks) to help them obtain their RBT credential needed to work in this position, unless candidates already have their RBT credential.

• 40 Hour online BACB approved coursework for the RBT credential (4 weeks)
• 10 Hour attendance of virtual online Skills Clinics (2 weeks)

After the RBT training is complete, you will begin working with a client while you complete your formal skills competency checklist and take your RBT Exam within 60 days of working with clients, RBT exam is provided at Pearson Professional Testing Center near you.

Additional Training Required:

• CPR or Basic Life Support certification course(up to $50 reimbursed by agency)
• RBT credentialing exam (provided at Pearson Professional Testing Center locally)
• On the job trainings as required

Required skills listed below and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Required Skills

• Professional conduct
• Effective verbal communication and writing skills
• Ability to utilize the least restrictive measures in avoiding escalated situations
• Ability to use interventions that involve the use of empathy, compassion, positive behavioral programming, respect, openness, client-centered approach
• Ability to utilize positive reinforcement to shape behavior
• Ability to engage in active listening
• Ability to calm critical situations
• Ability to use applied behavioral analysis principles
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Attention to detail
• Basic mathematical skills
• Reasoning ability (decision making and problem solving)
• Team player
• Proficiency with technology

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to run, walk, sit, stand (general mobility)
• Use hands, reach with arms and lift or move up to 50lbs as needed
• Vision requirement for close, distance and peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus
• Vocalizations required for verbal behavior training
• Full auditory functioning required
• Employee may be required to intervene in physically demanding behavioral interventions with physically aggressive clients
  

Schedule

Four consecutive weeks days (Monday-Thursday / Tuesday-Friday) from 3-7pm for at least 3 consecutive hours per day.
OR
Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 3-7pm & one weekend day (Saturday / Sunday) for at least 3 consecutive hours per day.

• Pay Differential: RBTs are able to receive a $2.00 per hour pay differential for all direct therapy services offered after hours.

After-hours is defined as:
Before 8:00 AM
After 6:00 PM
Saturdays and Sundays

Part-time benefits include:

• Paid Sick Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Complimentary Counseling For Employees & Family Members
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident Coverage

Additional Information

We take great pride in our professional team and therefore we provide competitive pay and ongoing opportunities for professional development and advancement!

Behavior Change Institute is an approved RBT training center

Go to behaviorchangeinstitute.com or call/text Kristy at [phone] to learn more

Information on the RBT credential can be found at www.bacb.com

Behavior Change Institute is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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