Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) - FT Days

Acadia Healthcare; Murfreesboro (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

HSA and FSA options

Company-paid Basic Life & AD&D

Disability benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan with a company

EAP and Employee Discount Program

Paid Holidays

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement opportunities

Job summary

TrustPoint Hospital in Murfreesboro, TN is seeking a full-time Registered Behavioral Health Tech for our day shift. The role involves implementing BSPs, data collection, and working under an ABA Therapist to support individuals with IDD.

Qualifications include RBT certification, CPR and de-escalation training, and at least 6 months of IDD experience. Competitive benefits and a 3x12 schedule with rotating weekends provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• At least 6 months’ experience working with individuals with IDD; one year preferred.
• Some college in helping professions (social work, psychology, sociology) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavioral modification techniques as outlined in BSP.
• Review assessments (Preference Assessment, Functional Assessment Interview, Essential for Living) for skill building.
• Collect data and document treatment effectiveness in the patient record.
• Work under an ABA therapist to implement and update BSP.
• Maintain patient safety with timely rounds and reporting to nurses.
• Engage with patients to encourage progress toward treatment goals.
• Provide a safe, structured environment and assist with daily living activities as needed.
• Lead or co-lead individual or group sessions as part of therapeutic procedures.

Skills

RBT certification

Education

High school diploma

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Overview

TrustPoint Hospital in Murfreesoboro, TN is seeking a full time Registered Behavioral Health Tech for our day shift.

Shift Hours: 7AM - 7PM

Pay: $22 per hour

Schedule Options:

• Full time: Three 12-hour shifts per week with rotating weekends

Shift Differentials: $2.00/hr

TrustPoint Hospital offers an extensive array of benefits to our valued team members. Current offerings encompass:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Company-paid Basic Life & AD&D insurance
• Disability benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with a company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Employee Discount Program
• Paid Holidays for work-life balance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement opportunities for career advancement

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Provide specialized care to individuals with IDD diagnosis under the supervision of an ABA Therapist. Application of behavioral support plans (BSP) and behavioral modification techniques specific to each patient. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority Each Registered Behavioral Technician working the specialized IDD unit must possess RBT certification and maintain the certification through mandatory weekly clinical supervision with an ABA Therapist.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Implement behavioral modification techniques that are individualized and outlined in the patient's behavioral support plan (BSP).
• Ability to review and apply treatment techniques outlined in the following assessments: Preference Assessment, Functional Assessment Interview, and Essential for Living Assessment for skill building.
• Data collection and entry into assessment to demonstrate treatment effectiveness.
• Will work directly with and under an ABA therapist to implement, track, update, and modify the patient’s BSP.
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and providing excellent customer services.
• Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment.
• Responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 15 minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed.
• Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient's medical record.
• Assist in providing a safe, secure and comfortable environment for patients, significant others and staff.
• Patient safety is monitored through required rounds completed timely. Patient room is clean and uncluttered. Observation may be assigned every 15 minutes, within reach of patient and/or 1:1 patient care.
• May obtain patient’s vital signs, height and weight as assigned and document in patient record. accurate.
• Identify self to patient and visitors promptly and respond to patient requests quickly.
• Engage with patient in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals.
• Respond to distressed patient in a non-threatening manner and attempt to understand the source of distress.
• Apply de-escalation techniques to help manage patient’s emotions, behavior and participation in treatment and assist with seclusion and restraint when necessary.
• As part of the multidisciplinary team provide safety and increase coping skills of patient and assist in developing strategies for helping patients to be as independent as possible.
• Monitor behavioral improvements and reinforce these behaviors. Report changes and responses to treatment by communicating with team. Significant changes are reported to nurse immediately.
• Reinforce skills patients learn from nurses, physicians and therapist that promote improved physical and mental wellness.
• Oversee or assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, meals, snacks, hydration and changing bed linens, as needed.
• Help with admissions and discharges if needed.
• Lead or co-lead individual or group sessions as part of specific recreational or therapeutic procedures.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

STANDARD EXPECTATIONS:

• Complies with organizational policies, procedures, performance improvement initiatives and maintains organizational and industry policies regarding confidentiality.
• Communicate clearly and effectively to person(s) receiving services and their family members, guests and other members of the health care team.
• Develops constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintains them over time.
• Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school degree required.
• At least 6 months’ experience working with individuals with IDD, one year preferred.
• Some college in the helping professions (social work, psychology, sociology, etc.) preferred

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Registered Behavioral Technician certification required.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.