Registered Behavior Technician

The RBT is responsible for implementing individualized behavior intervention plans designed to teach new skills, reduce challenging behaviors, and promote independence for youth.

Responsibilities:

• Implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy programs as designed by the supervising BCBA
• Provide 1:1 direct intervention
• Teach communication, social, daily living, play
• Follow treatment plans designed to decrease challenging behaviors
• Collect accurate and timely data
• Meet with the Care Team to communicate outcomes and progress of youth
• Attend team meetings
• Implement crisis intervention when necessary
• Maintain a safe and supportive learning environment
• Provide constant supervision and safety of the children.
• Complete adequate and necessary documentation during the shift, including reading and signing all necessary documentation, thoroughly and on time.
• Promote social independence and community involvement.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors.
• Adhere to all rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Remain in compliance with all Elmcrest and oversight agency trainings to include BACB requirements.

• Other Duties as Assigned: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Department & Program Specific Responsibilities:

• Assist with individual’s personal care (when necessary).
• Passing of meds (when applicable).
• May need to transport youth in agency vehicles.
• Manage children’s behaviors according to approved and appropriate techniques including physical intervention when necessary (TCI).
• Assist youth with morning and afternoon routine.
• Consistently follow Behavior Plan and Individualized Protective Oversight Plan (IPOP)