Registered Behavioral Technician

River Edge Behavioral Health Center; Macon (GA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays

401(k) with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-term and Long-term disability

Life Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

River Edge Behavioral Health seeks a Registered Behavioral Technician (CRBT) to join The Crisis Service and Diagnostic Center in Macon, GA. You will implement behavior support plans, assist during crises, collect data, and coordinate with analysts to ensure safety and continuity of care.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma and RBT certification, have at least 2 years in behavioral health (IDD a plus), and possess solid computer and communication skills to document progress and support

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• RBT certification required.
• At least 2 years in behavioral health with IDD or related field.
• Good computer skills are required.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities are a plus.
• IDD experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavior support plans to promote skill acquisition and reduce challenging behaviors.
• Assist staff during crisis situations using de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques.
• Collect and maintain accurate behavioral data and report progress to the behavior analyst.
• Coordinate crisis management approaches with behavior analysts and direct support staff.
• Contribute to functional behavior assessments by presenting data and coordinating interviews.
• Model and promote replacement behaviors and safe intervention practices.
• Provide guidance to direct care staff on ABA-based strategies during crises.
• Maintain timely documentation of interventions, progress notes, and incident reports.
• Maintain open communication with analysts, individuals, and staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Address personnel issues to support a productive work environment.
• Maintain RBT certification requirements via CEUs and supervision.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Registered Behavioral Technician certification

Job description

Registered Behavioral Technician (CRBT) at The Crisis Service and Diagnostic Center

About River Edge Behavioral Health:

Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments, and supports, as well as individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The full continuum of River Edge Behavioral Health services provides state-of-the-art treatment and support services for more than 13,000 children, youth, families, and adults annually, who experience mental illness, addiction, co-occurring disorders, or developmental disabilities.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive Pay.
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• 12 Paid Holidays.
• 401 (k) with an employer match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Short-term and Long-term disability coverage.
• Life Insurance.
• Employee Discount Program.

The Crisis Service and Diagnostic Center is a program designed to offer individual, tailored assistance and brief (up to 90-day) stabilization for a maximum of sixteen (16) adults aged 18 and above, who have intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or concurrent mental health diagnoses. These individuals are experiencing psychiatric symptoms and/or significant emotional/behavioral changes that negatively impact their functioning and jeopardize their ability to stay in their usual home environment.

Location/Schedule:

750 Hazel Street, Macon, Georgia Rotating 12-hour shifts Sun-Sat 7 pm-7 am.

Responsibilities:

• Implement behavior support plans developed by the behavior analyst to promote skill acquisition, replace behaviors, and address challenging behaviors exhibited by individuals in the center.
• Assist staff during crisis situations, utilizing techniques such as de-escalation strategies, calming techniques, and behavior redirection to ensure the safety of all individuals and staff involved.
• Collect and maintain accurate behavioral data, track progress, and inform the behavior analyst of any significant changes.
• Work closely with the behavior analyst and direct support staff to coordinate crisis management approaches and ensure consistency in behavior support strategies.
• Assist in conducting functional behavior assessments by presenting data, conducting staff interviews to assist with identifying triggers and patterns contributing to crisis situations.
• Implement and model behavior support strategies to promote replacement behaviors and prevent harmful behaviors.
• Model appropriate behavior management and crisis intervention techniques for direct support staff based on the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA).
• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation of interventions, progress notes, and incident reports is essential in your role as an RBT in a crisis center.
• Maintain open communication channels with behavior analysts, individuals, and direct care staff to ensure continuity of care and effective crisis resolution.
• Address any personnel issues to promote a productive and supportive work environment.
• Maintain RBT certification requirements via CEUs, supervision, etc.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and organizational policies relevant to crisis services.

Qualifications Needed (education and/or experience):

• Requires a High School Diploma.
• Requires certification as a registered behavioral technician.
• At least 2 years working in behavioral health, with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), or a related field.
• Must have good computer skills.
• Communications skills and the ability to foster good relationships with others are a plus.
• Preferred IDD experience.

Additional Information:

Safe Working Environment:

We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment. Therefore, we require all employees to frequently wash their hands and sanitize common areas, helping keep employees and clients safe.

Diversity and Inclusion:

River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic make-up, disability, age, or veteran status.

Drug-Free Workplace:

River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug‑free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality‑oriented, and productive work environment. In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background check and pre-employment drug screen.