Registered Behavioral Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Registered Behavioral Technician (CRBT) at The Crisis Service and Diagnostic Center

About River Edge Behavioral Health:

Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments, and supports, as well as individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The full continuum of River Edge Behavioral Health services provides state-of-the-art treatment and support services for more than 13,000 children, youth, families, and adults annually, who experience mental illness, addiction, co-occurring disorders, or developmental disabilities. 

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive Pay.
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• 12 Paid Holidays.
• 401 (k) with an employer match.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Short-term and Long-term disability coverage.
• Life Insurance.
• Employee Discount Program.

The Crisis Service and Diagnostic Center is a program designed to offer individual, tailored assistance and brief (up to 90-day) stabilization for a maximum of sixteen (16) adults aged 18 and above, who have intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or concurrent mental health diagnoses. These individuals are experiencing psychiatric symptoms and/or significant emotional/behavioral changes that negatively impact their functioning and jeopardize their ability to stay in their usual home environment. 

Location/Schedule: 750 Hazel Street, Macon, Georgia Rotating 12-hour shifts Sun-Sat 7 pm-7 am.

Responsibilities:

• Implement behavior support plans developed by the behavior analyst to promote skill acquisition, replace behaviors, and address challenging behaviors exhibited by individuals in the center.
• Assist staff during crisis situations, utilizing techniques such as de-escalation strategies, calming techniques, and behavior redirection to ensure the safety of all individuals and staff involved.
• Collect and maintain accurate behavioral data, track progress, and inform the behavior analyst of any significant changes.
• Work closely with the behavior analyst and direct support staff to coordinate crisis management approaches and ensure consistency in behavior support strategies.
• Assist in conducting functional behavior assessments by presenting data, conducting staff interviews to assist with identifying triggers and patterns contributing to crisis situations.
• Implement and model behavior support strategies to promote replacement behaviors and prevent harmful behaviors.
• Model appropriate behavior management and crisis intervention techniques for direct support staff based on the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA).
• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation of interventions, progress notes, and incident reports is essential in your role as an RBT in a crisis center.
• Maintain open communication channels with behavior analysts, individuals, and direct care staff to ensure continuity of care and effective crisis resolution.
• Address any personnel issues to promote a productive and supportive work environment.
• Maintain RBT certification requirements via CEUs, supervision, etc.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, accreditation standards, and organizational policies relevant to crisis services.

Qualifications Needed (education and/or experience):  

• Requires a High School Diploma.
• Requires certification as a registered behavioral technician.
• At least 2 years working in behavioral health, with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), or a related field.
• Must have good computer skills.
• Communications skills and the ability to foster good relationships with others are a plus.
• Preferred IDD experience.

Additional Information:  

The Application Process:

• All qualified applicants will be considered. 
• This position is subject to close once a satisfactory candidate pool has been identified. 
• The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview.  
• Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email. 
• Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. 

Safe Working Environment:

We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment.  Therefore, we require all employees to frequently wash their hands and sanitize common areas, helping keep employees and clients safe.  

Diversity and Inclusion:

River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic make-up, disability, age, or veteran status. 

Drug-Free Workplace:

River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment.  In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background check and pre-employment drug screen.