(RBT-1) Registered Behavior Technician Full-time

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $25

The Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) will provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to children with Autism, Early Intervention, and related developmental and mental health disabilities in home, community, and varying settings.

The Registered Behavioral Technician will collect data on programs, implement treatment plans, and assist the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with clinical assessments as needed.

Essential components of this position are listed below but subject to change at the discretion of Reset Behavior LV. This job description describes essential job functions but does not provide an exhaustive list of duties that may be assigned.

Specific duties and responsibilities may vary.

RBT-1 : This position includes all new full-time (working over 30 hours a week) and part-time employees and newly licensed RBTs who have less than one year of experience.

In-clinic, hybrid, and home sessions may be assigned to RBT-1 employees. All new hires will be an RBT-1 during their 90-day probationary period, even if they have been licensed longer than one year.

After 90 days, full time RBT-1's will be eligible for guaranteed schedule benefits, paid flex time off, and health care benefits.

A ny administrative hours (not with clients) that are preapproved and needed, every RBT will be reimbursed at a $15 an hour rate.

The levels of RBT positions are not necessarily associated with a change in pay. Rather, these levels specify the employee’s eligibility for certain benefits and privileges such as the Guaranteed Schedule benefit, Early Out benefits, and priority for in-clinic positions.

Note that some benefits are only available in the clinic setting. These roles will help identify the point at which an employee becomes eligible for in-clinic benefits.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct client care in individual and group settings using intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
• Follow behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.
• Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
• Assist with parent and caregiver training in line with client’s individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols.
• Effectively communicate with parents and caregivers regarding client progress as instructed by the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst.
• Utilize safe and appropriate handling procedures when working with clients. This includes safety-care procedures both as a preventative and in a crisis.
• Maintain client confidentiality.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.
• Change children’s diapers as necessary.
• Collaborate with a treatment team including clients, parents, caregivers, outside professionals, and coworkers.
• Adhere to a clinic schedule and routine to ensure clients receive proper care and all clinic responsibilities are covered.
• Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required training.
• Accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets accordingly.
• Exercise time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, coworkers, supervisors, and community members.
• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures and abide by the code of ethics as indicated by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) registered with the Nevada Licensing Board

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Psychology, Education, or a related field.
• Previous RBT experience.

Additional Skills / Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A commitment to maintain client confidentiality and adhere to HIPPA laws.
• A commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to clinical skills, professional development, ethics, and technology in order to perform all job responsibilities to the required standards.
• Ability to interpret and implement clinical protocols as written.

Work Environment / Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to lift and carry clients with adaptive equipment.
• Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing) for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods of time.
• Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device functions for data collection.
• Must have manual dexterity to change diapers.
• Must be physically present at the assigned job location, which may include home, school, and community placements.
• Must be able to receive detailed information through oral communication.
• Must have visual acuity to read and comprehend written communication through computer, electronic devices, and paper means.
• Must be able to think and act quickly under stress and pressure.
• Must be able to handle various sensory exposures including loud sounds, smells, etc

Additional Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Must have driver Proof of Insurance.
• Must have reliable transportation and be willing to travel between different job sites within the Las Vegas area.
• Must be willing to submit to a release of information, fingerprinting, criminal history record check, and ADSD (Aging and Disability Services Division) application to become registered in the state of Nevada.
• Must be willing and able to collaborate and cover for clients when needed. In the clinic setting, clients may be assigned both in one-on-one and small group situations.

The RBT position must demonstrate flexibility to assist in a variety of situations.

• Must be willing and able to obtain an annual safety care training certificate.
• Must be willing and able to obtain basic life support training every two years.
• Nevada RBT credential must be renewed annually.
• BACB RBT credential must be renewed annually.
• Must meet the monthly supervision requirements of 5% of worked hours. At least one of the meetings needs to be with a client.

Equal Opportunity Statement for Employment :

Reset Behavior provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Reset Behavior expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.