Lead RBT

Lead Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT)

The Lead Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) will provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to children with Autism and related developmental disabilities in a center setting. The Lead RBT will be responsible for drawing upon their experience in the field to educate and train new staff on professional and clinical skills as well as client protocols.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Conduct skill acquisition and behavior reduction assessments under the supervision of the Behavior Analyst.
• Provide initial and ongoing staff education and training on client behavioral and skill acquisition protocols.
• Provide 1-1 substitute direct care as assigned.
• Provide positive and constructive feedback to staff regarding clinical and professional skills on a regular basis to ensure technicians are productive and in compliance during session in (including but not limited to) the following areas:
• Check in on new technicians during their first week.
• Signing off on cleaning
• Following the center
• Participation in circle time and meaningful engaged
• Problem-solve any Central Reach
• Ensure Zelexa policies (no phone, appropriate chrome use, ) are being upheld.
• Shutting down gossip / "hang out" sessions during client
• Complete assigned performance observations on Behavior Technicians to support treatment fidelity and skill acquisition.
• Assist technicians during verbal/physical aggression as needed.
• Utilize safe and appropriate handing and guidance procedures when working with clients.
• Maintain teams "broken items" chat for assigned center.
• Collaborate with center clinician to…
• Create and maintain circle time activities and materials.
• Create and find activity ideas for material preparation to make.
• Create and maintain sensory and group activity areas.
• Assist with parent and caregiver communication and training in line with client's individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols.
• Maintain client confidentiality.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.
• Collaborate with treatment team including client, parents and caregivers, outside professionals, Lead Behavioral Technician, ABA Interns, and co-workers.
• Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required trainings.
• Maintain and update inventory tracking for center items.
• Allow entrance to center(s) for approved outside contractors needing access to resolve specialized problems.
• Documenting processes and keeping maintenance records.
• Other administrative duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to effectively deliver constructive feedback to staff regarding job performance.
• Ability to train staff to fluency on various protocols and treatment techniques using verbal and written explanation, modeling, guided practice, and review of independent performance.
• Accepts constructive feedback & develop knowledge & skills accordingly.
• Effective time management skills and 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.

RELATED TRAINING:

• Responsible for completing and maintaining all required certifications and trainings once employed including, but not limited to: CPR, Background Checks, RBT trainings and other company in-services and trainings as directed by employment supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Required: HS Diploma
• Required: At least 6 months' exemplary performance as a Behavioral Technician/ABA Therapist at Zelexa or at least 12 months' exemplary performance as a Behavioral Technician/ABA Therapist with another ABA provider.
• Required: Active RBT Certification
• Preferred: 2 years' exemplary experience as a Behavioral Technician/ABA Therapist.
• Preferred: Enrolled in a Undergraduate or Graduate Applied Behavior Analysis program