Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Paraeducator

Woodland Park School District RE-2; Woodland Park (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 Month Schedule

ESY Summer Hours

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

Woodland Park School District RE-2 in Colorado is seeking a Register Behavior Technician (RBT) to support students with Autism and related needs in the school setting. The RBT will implement behavior analytic services under supervision, collect data, and contribute to reducing challenging behaviors.

Responsibilities include 1:1 and small group interventions, collaboration with the Behavior Specialist and BCBA, assisting with staff training, and maintaining a safe, respectful learning

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess or be eligible for RBT credential within 6 months of hire.
• Experience with children ages 0-16 in classroom or 1:1 setting.
• Preferred experience with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Criminal background check and district fingerprinting required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct behavioral intervention in 1:1 and group settings; follow and record data for training protocols.
• Communicate with school staff regarding student progress as instructed by a BCBA/Behavior Specialist.
• Assist with skill acquisition and behavior reduction assessments.
• Assist with staff training aligned to individual Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Support students in times of crisis.
• Attend professional development and maintain required certifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Direct behavioral interventions

Data collection

Team collaboration

Classroom support

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma

RBT Credential (within 6 months)

Job description

WPSD

Register Behavior Technician

Job Summary

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is a paraprofessional who practices under the close, ongoing supervision of a BCBA or BCaBA. The RBT is primarily responsible for the direct implementation of behavior analytic services. The RBT does not design intervention or assessment plans. It is the responsibility of the RBT supervisor to determine which tasks an RBT may perform as a function of his or her training, experience, and competence. The BCBA certificant supervising the RBT is responsible for the work performed by the RBT on the cases they are overseeing. The RBT will provide social skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to children with Autism, Social-Emotional Disabilities, and related developmental disabilities in the school setting. The RBT will collect data on programs, assist with teacher and staff training, and assist the Behavior Specialist and School Psychologists with behavioral assessments as needed. The RBT will be responsible for supporting in classrooms and modeling behavioral supports and interventions to school staff under the direction of the Behavior Specialist and/or BCBA. At all times, the RBT is required to follow the prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols, utilize safe & appropriate handling procedures when working with students, maintain student confidentiality, and maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and learning environment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide direct behavioral intervention in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements. Follow and record data for behavioral training protocols, collect, record, and summarize data on observable student behavior.
• Effectively communicate with school staff regarding student progress as instructed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst/Behavior Specialist. Collaborate with the school team, Behavior Specialist, special education teacher, special education administration, and co-workers.
• Assist Behavior Specialist and School Psychologists with skill acquisition and behavior reduction assessments.
• Assist with school staff training in line with student's individualized Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Assist school staff in supporting students in times of crisis.
• Acquire and maintain required certifications and technical knowledge needed for this position. Attend professional development and trainings as directed by the supervising administrator.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor/administrator.

Education, Training And Experience

• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Must possess or be eligible to possess RBT Credential within 6 months of hire.
• Experience working with children ages 0-16 in a classroom or 1:1 setting. Experience working with children or adolescents with special needs.
• Preferred experience in implementing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Criminal background check and District fingerprinting required.

Other

• 10 Month Employment/Paraprofessional calendar district schedule
• Opportunity to work part-time summer hours for ESY for additional compensation
• $22-25/hour