Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - POST Academy/WMHS

TrulyHired; Wakefield (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

TrulyHired is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for the POST program in Wakefield. This role involves providing support to students, implementing behavior plans, and collecting data on student progress. The position aims to help young adults transition successfully into adulthood through various educational opportunities.

Candidates must possess an RBT certification and preferably have experience working with children with autism. The job requires collaboration with teachers and families to foster a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• RBT certification is mandatory.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED required; higher education preferred.
• Experience with children with autism or in the field of ABA is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one or small group support to students in the POST Academy program.
• Assist in creating and monitoring individualized programming.
• Implement behavioral procedures for student skill acquisition.

Skills

RBT certification

Effective interpersonal skills

Data collection and reporting

Education

Minimum high school diploma/GED; associate degree or higher preferred

Job description

Position

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Location

POST

Qualification

• RBT certification
• Minimum high school diploma/GED; associate degree or higher preferred
• Previous experience working with children with autism or in the field of ABA
• Experience with data collection and reporting on student progress
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

Summary

Wakefield Public Schools is seeking a talented RBT to work in the POST Program, a collaborative post‑secondary program that provides experiential and educational opportunities in the areas of daily living, employment, community inclusion, recreation, leisure and real‑world academic skills in order to promote a successful transition to adulthood. The program's main goal is for young adults to gain the necessary skills to become confident, independent, and integrated members of our community.

Responsibilities

• Provide one‑on‑one or small group support to students in the POST Academy program, including implementing discrete trials
• Assist in creating, implementing, and monitoring progress of individualized programming
• Assist in delivering direct behavior‑analytic services, implementing behavior plans, and collecting and graphing data
• Assist in the development of IEPs
• Continuously monitor student's response to treatment through data collection methods
• Implement behavioral procedures for acquisition of replacement skills and reduction of problematic behaviors
• Support students with various ADLs (including toileting), when needed
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and other school staff to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment
• Perform other related duties, as required

Work Year

190 days total (180 school days + 10 days). There is an opportunity to work the Extended School Year Program in the summer as well, if you choose to do so.

Work Day

7.5 hours Monday – Friday. The schedule is consistent with the district calendar.

Compensation

Competitive rate per hour commensurate with experience.