Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

LOCATION: Greater Boston area (local applicants only, please)

REPORTS TO: Board Certified Behavior Analyst

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification as a Registered Behavior Analyst (”RBT”) from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board: the Company is willing to train and pay for certification/test if certification has lapsed or has not been obtained.

• Education: Required – HS diploma or GED equivalent; the ideal candidate is currently studying or has attained an associate’s or bachelor's degree and is interested in pursuing a career in psychology, special education, child development, behavior analysis or other health service-related field.

EXPERIENCE/REQUIREMENTS:

• An ideal candidate is passionate about working with neurodiverse children and teens diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and other diagnoses.

• Demonstrate empathy for others, patience and emotional intelligence, with a genuine interest in providing care services for people with disabilities in their community.

• Ability to work collaboratively with others as part of a clinical team.

• Interest in personal growth and challenging oneself personally and professionally.

• Proactively seek opportunities to learn from others and apply new understandings.

• Possess excellent written and spoken communication skills to engage with clinical partners, caregivers, and clients.

• Has worked within the in-home and community setting and/or is eager to learn best ways to support clients in their natural environments

• Values a team approach and contributes a solution focused mindset to challenges that arise within human services

• Must have reliable transportation

PRIMARY FUNCTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Under the direction of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), provide one-on-one therapy services applying the science of applied behavior analysis (ABA) within the client’s home and/or out in the community with a caregiver present.

• Under the supervision of a BCBA, implement the skills acquisition and behavior modification plans developed by the BCBA for the client.

• Collect data used to monitor progress and assess the effectiveness of implemented plans for clients.

• Complete and submit session notes following organizational guidelines at the end of each scheduled shift with client; ensure that session notes are uploaded to the clinical operating system in a timely fashion and in accordance with company policy

• Support the BCBA in implementing assessments and progress reports, delivering caregiver training, and attaining any other clinical goals as deemed necessary and appropriate.

• Participate in periodic supervision meetings with assigned BCBA to review client progress, address issues, provide clarity and develop rapport.

• Create a positive and rewarding session environment for the client.

• Ensure compliance with the rules and policies expressed in the Company’s clinical manual.