School-Based RBT: Behavior Support & ABA Implementation

Licking Heights Local School District; Pataskala (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Licking Heights Local School District is seeking a motivated Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to implement behavior intervention plans and support students with behavioral needs during the school day. The RBT will work under the supervision of a BCBA and district leadership, ensuring data collection and progress documentation.

This role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and staff, 1:1 or small-group support, adherence to BACB ethics, and ongoing CPI and special education training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).
• Experience working in a school setting preferred.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and positive in challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with district staff, building leadership, teachers, support staff, and BCBA.
• Assist with managing challenging behaviors using approved strategies.
• Support students in classrooms, therapy sessions, or other school environments.
• Work 1:1 or in small groups with students to implement behavior support strategies.
• Understand and apply the basic principles of ABA in classroom settings as directed.
• Assess student needs and provide interventions to redirect behavior or increase desired behavior through positive behavior practices.
• Collect and submit data for Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and/or Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP), Individual Crisis Management Plans (ICMP), Individualized Education Data (IEP) data, and related student documentation.
• Regularly review and remain well-versed in multitude of BIPs in order to implement the plans and monitor plans for multiple students.
• Assist in development of reinforcement identification procedures.
• Model implementation of BIPs and/or crisis plans for paraprofessionals and staff.
• When required, provide physical intervention for students demonstrating unsafe behavior in accordance with Crisis Intervention and Prevention (CPI) Strategies and required documentation.
• Participates in yearly renewal of RBT licensure, special education training requirements, and CPI training.
• RBT may serve as a member of the school crisis response team.
• Attend group supervision monthly at the discretion of the supervising BCBA.
• Maintain consistency of BIPs by communicating and providing input to teachers and other support staff.
• Adherence to RBT Handbook and Ethics as outlined by the BACB.
• Additional related tasks as assigned.
• Ability to work as a member of a cohesive and collaborative team.
• Ability to understand and learn student needs and maintain student dignity, confidentiality, and student rights.
• Ability to lead/model behavior support strategies for others.
• Maintain security and confidentiality as specified records and information.
• Ability to take and respond to feedback and direction of superiors.
• Ability to follow and practice policies related to proper procedures as outlined in the special education handbook, CPI licensure, RBT handbook, and maintains RBT Ethics.
• Ability to multitask and record data for BIP or other support documentation.
• Must be flexible, creative, solution oriented, and creative in approaching working with both students and staff.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm to learn and receive feedback with all related professionals.
• Must maintain a copy of their RBT supervision records as outlined in the BACB.
• Detail oriented and strong communication skills
• Physical, mental, and emotional stamina to endure potentially stressful conditions
• All other requirements by employment through Licking Heights Local Schools

Skills

RBT Certification

Calm under pressure

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Licking Heights Local School District is seeking a motivated Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to implement behavior intervention plans and support students with behavioral needs during the school day. The RBT will work under the supervision of a BCBA and district leadership, ensuring data collection and progress documentation.

This role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and staff, 1:1 or small-group support, adherence to BACB ethics, and ongoing CPI and special education training.