BHT/RBT

BHT/RBT Job Description

Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)/Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Position: Part-Time/Full-Time

Reports to: Clinical Director/BCBA

Job Description:

Job Overview: BT/RBT will use ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) interventions to teach communication, social skills, play skills and daily living skills to individuals with Autism and related disorders. BT/RBT will implement treatment plan that focus on increasing functional behavior and reducing problem behavior such as aggression, self-injury and other maladaptive behaviors in home, school and community settings.

Job Requirements:

Education & Experience Requirements:

Required

· Successful Reference Check

· Valid Driver’s License & required auto insurance

· Successful background check

· Clean clearances: PA Child Abuse, PA State Police Criminal, FBI Criminal

· Trainings as required by IBHS and BACB (Included in on-boarding checklist)

Preferred

· Minimum 1 year of experience working with children ages 2-21 in settings such as school, home and community; experience implementing and supervising the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.

Physical Requirements:

· Must be able to lift 25 pounds

· 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 follow necessary and appropriate safety training techniques and utilize quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Intervention Plan in the course of working with children with challenging behavior.

· 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 have reliable transportation and be willing and able to travel between different job sites.

Supervisory/Training Responsibilities:

· None

Service Responsibilities:

· Collect and maintain daily data and session notes for the client in a timely fashion

• Provide ABA interventions to teach goals as listed in the treatment plan in home school and community leading to increased independence for clients
• Assist BCBA with family training as directed
• Seek supervision from BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) on a weekly basis
• Maintain program books for each client with all programs updated and data completed
• Provides written and verbal progress updates on treatment goals
• Works in a collaborative manner with all parties such as parents, school, daycare and community members
• Maintain ethical and professional boundaries when communicating with all involved
• Maintain a positive learning environment for client and their caregivers.

Safety & Security Responsibilities:

· Utilize safe and appropriate handling procedures when working with clients

· Maintain client confidentiality

· Commitment to maintain client confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA laws

· Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment

· Seek consultation from the Administrative Director and/or Clinical Director if a policy related or ethical concern arises

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Actively demonstrates skills related to All Bright ABA’s Mission Statement:

o All Bright ABA is proud to provide an exceptional level of ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy with care and compassion by our experienced staff. At All Bright ABA, we believe every individual has tremendous potential and with proper and thoughtful ABA programming, they can achieve highest quality of life for themselves and their families.

• Offer commitment towards programming leading to positive outcomes for clients and their caregivers.
• Seek appropriate trainings from the company that are required to complete you job duties.