Registered Behavior Technician

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Registered Behavior Technician

Job Summary:

The Lead RBT provides direct one-on-one behavioral interventions to teach communication social and daily living skills and reduce problematic behaviors in the home, community, and school settings. Lead RBT will utilize interventions developed out of the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). This person provides de-escalation role modeling, assistance, training and support to staff members. This person is key in student crisis intervention and de-escalation. It is expected that this person is familiar with governing rules and regulations for the school/ day treatment and that the program maintains compliance with these rules and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create all data sheets per Board Certified Behavioral Analysis (BCBA)


• Provide direct student supervision in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.


• Follow the prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.


• Models ABA Principles for teachers and paraprofessionals


• Model behavior strategies (antecedent and consequence) when student is escalated to assist with decreasing escalation,


• Provide support with all behavior escalations,


• Ensure that data is being collected and entered into the database weekly.


• Monitor use of programs developed for each student to ensure treatment integrity across all paraprofessionals and teachers,


• Communicate with BCBAs on novel or increasing maladaptive behaviors,


• Assist with parent training curriculum,


• Identifying along with BCBA materials needed for students and checking to make sure all materials are complete and useful in the classroom setting,


• Collect/record data on observable behavior,


• Compile and graph behavioral data reports monthly,


• Maintain client confidentiality,


• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment,


• Collaborate with treatment team including students, parents and caregivers, outside professionals and co-workers,


• Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required trainings,


• Creation of student binders,


• Provide feedback to paras based on supervision/observation forms.


• Assist in writing and implementing ABA,


• Responsible for supporting and maintaining a physically and psychologically safe environment.


• Uphold principles of the trauma informed principles of Roundup Fellowship,


• Participate in training and events that specifically address the intersection of trauma with culture, history, race, gender, location, and language,


• Recognize the impact of vicarious trauma on the workforce and continually assess in supervision signs and symptoms of vicarious trauma as well as self-care plans,


• Other duties as assigned.

Position will remain open until filled.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets accordingly.


• Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, co-workers, supervisors, and community members.


• Ability to adhere to organizational policies and procedures and abide by code of ethics as indicated by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board


• Commitment to maintain client confidentiality and adhere to HIPPA laws.


• Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to clinical skills, professional development, ethics, and technology, and training in order to perform job responsibilities to required standard.


• Ability to interpret and implement clinical protocols and written.


• Must maintain a professional appearance with regard to clothing, grooming, hair, and make-up.

BASIC & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.


• Must be 21 years of age or older at time of hire.


• High school graduate (or equivalent) and four years’ experience working with children OR a Bachelor’s degree.


• Must have 5 years of Valid Driving experience and a valid Colorado Driver’s License or be willing to obtain Valid Colorado Driver’s License within 30 days of hire.


• Must maintain Registered Behavior Technician certification.


• Must participate in activities in the community with the students.


• Successful completion of the full Safety Care Certification.


• 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 be willing and able to restrain/hold/transport and utilize quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Intervention Plan in the course of working with children with challenging behavior.


• Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device functions for data collection.


• 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.