Residential Behavior Tech

PATH (People Acting to Help), Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual increases

Bonuses

Benefits package

Pension plan

Professional development

Career advancement

PSLF eligibility

Referral bonus

Job summary

PATH (People Acting to Help), Inc. is seeking a Residential Behavior Tech (RBT) to deliver direct care, support, and supervision for residents.

The role works as part of the BHDD RTF-A treatment team to promote a safe, therapeutic environment and help residents achieve greater independence. The position requires a high school diploma (GED) with preference for an associate degree in human services and at least two years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum HS diploma/GED required.
• Associates or higher in human services preferred.
• 2 years direct experience with behavioral health or developmental disabilities preferred.
• Ability to relate positively to individuals with serious behavioral health issues with co-occurring autism or intellectual disability.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision of residents at all times.
• Maintain a supportive, therapeutic relationship with each resident.
• Assist residents with daily living activities and personal care.
• Support residents’ independence by participating in program planning and goal setting.
• Coordinate regular social activities on and off campus with residents.
• Transport residents to appointments and activities as assigned.
• Ensure documentation is completed timely and accurately, including shift notes and progress toward goals.

Skills

Crisis management

Communication

Empathy

Education

HS diploma/GED

Associates or higher in human services

Job description

Job Summary

To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by being an effective team member. The Residential Behavior Tech (RBT) provides direct care including support, supervision, structure, assistance, skill training and therapeutic interventions, in groups and with individuals, in collaboration with the BHDD RTF-A treatment team. Responsible for maintaining a supportive, safe, and therapeutic environment.

Job Summary

To promote the mission of PATH to help individuals achieve a more independent and fulfilling life by being an effective team member. The Residential Behavior Tech (RBT) provides direct care including support, supervision, structure, assistance, skill training and therapeutic interventions, in groups and with individuals, in collaboration with the BHDD RTF-A treatment team. Responsible for maintaining a supportive, safe, and therapeutic environment.

WHY WORK AT PATH?

A Career with Meaning

At PATH, our team members are at the heart of what we do, so we work hard to give them the best reasons to work here — and to stay here.

In addition to the satisfaction of making a real difference in people’s lives, we offer:

• Competitive pay
• Annual increases
• Performance and longevity bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package for staff and family
• Generous number of paid holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time
• No-cost pension plan
• Ongoing professional development opportunities, including licensure supervision
• Cutting-edge treatment facility, resources, and treatment modalities
• Opportunities for advancement and growth within the organization
• Eligible for the Federal Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
• Referral bonus for referring a friend who accepts employment

Physical Demands

Work is active and will include cleaning, bending, lifting, stairs and other physical activities. Ability to perform crisis management interventions, including releases, once training is successfully completed. Ability to perform CPR once training is successfully completed. Ability to walk distances during psych rehab activities and other community outings with residents.

Qualifications

Minimum of HS diploma/GED required. Prefer Associates or higher degree in human services field from an accredited college/university. 2 years direct experience working with individuals with behavioral health and/or developmental disabilities preferred. Ability to relate positively to individuals with serious behavioral health issues who have a co-occurring diagnosis of autism or intellectual disability.

SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Provide supervision of residents at all times, unless a resident is using independence time.
• Maintain a supportive, therapeutic relationship with each resident.
• Be aware of each resident’s service plan, history, medications, current needs and any special accommodation/s they require.
• Actively participate in residents’ program planning process and support residents’ independence in choosing goals.
• Always act as a role model, maintaining appropriate boundaries and demonstrating effective communication skills.
• Support individuals by providing assistance and training, at varying levels based on need, in all areas of daily living, including but not limited to the following:
• Hygiene, grooming, toileting and bathing
• Care of clothing, laundry
• Cooking, nutrition, dietary needs, meal preparation
• Leisure activity, recreation and social skills building
• Maintain clear and consistent expectations of each resident while maintaining a safe, supportive environment.
• Implement, on a consistent basis, direct service interventions as defined in the individual’s service, treatment, and psychiatric rehabilitation plan/s.
• Oversee and actively assist in the completion of household chores ensuring the home is always neat and clean.
• Maintain open and ongoing collaboration and communication with all team members including other RBTs, supervisors, therapists, psychiatrist, nurses and others working on the team.
• Maintain ongoing communication with each resident’s family/significant others, and staff from the program the resident will be discharged to, utilizing diplomacy and tact and creating a welcoming environment.
• Ensure any family concerns or staff from the program the resident will be discharged to, are shared immediately with a supervisor.
• Participate in household shopping, as applicable.
• Coordinate, facilitate and engage in regular social activities both on and off campus with the residents.
• Transport and accompany residents to appointments and activities, as assigned.
• Provide program/shift coverage as assigned and ensuring continuity of coverage.
• Upon successful completion of training, monitor residents taking their prescribed medications.
• Provide crisis intervention in a calm therapeutic manner, consistent with a resident’s behavioral plan, when indicated.
• Upon successful completion of training and in accordance with PATH policies and procedures, implement approved manual restrictive procedures only when necessary to prevent a resident from imminent harm to themself or others.
• Follow the ‘When to Call a Supervisor’ protocol which includes immediately contacting a supervisor, or the on-call supervisor, regarding any incidents, issues or concerns.
• Participate in scheduled meetings, including stakeholder’s meetings, case conferences and community meetings, as well as staff meetings and supervision.
• As assigned, schedule necessary medical and dental appointments for residents.
• Assist residents in maintaining overall health by: becoming knowledgeable about their health histories, accompanying them to appointments and emergency services as needed, and encouraging individuals to follow healthy living choices and wellness recommendations from their doctors.
• Collaborate with jobs, schools or other programs residents attend.
• Ensure all required documentation is completed in timely, comprehensive and legible manner and in accordance with PATH policies and procedures. This includes, prior to the end of shift, ensuring shift notes are completed and document residents’ progress towards their goals, as well as completing incident reports for any non-routine incidents, including noting when supervisor was informed.