Rainbow Center Registered Behavior Technician

Center for Developmentally Disabled (CDD )is a private not-for-profit corporation founded in 1972 serving adults and children with developmental and intellectual disabilities within the greater Kansas City MO area. CDD provides residential care services employment services day habilita tion to adults and a private school for students who are referred through the Kansas City Missouri area .

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.

Summary/Objective: The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) / Behavior Support provides direct behavioral intervention and support to students with developmental disabilities in a private separate school setting. Under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) the RBT implements Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programming Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and skill acquisition programs for students receiving ABA addition the employee serves as a member of the schools Behavior Support team by providing behavioral intervention crisis response classroom consultation and implementation of positive behavior supports for all students regardless of ABA eligibility. This position collaborates with teachers paraprofessionals related service providers and administrators to create a safe positive and supportive learning environment while promoting student independence communication and social-emotional growth.

Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Provide support to students and Individuals served in accordance with Individual Education Plan Individual Support Plan Plan Addendums Behavior Intervention Plans Doctors orders and other written documentation covering best practices and/or procedures for best supporting students and Individuals as assigned and in compliance with company policy and procedure.

Direct Student Support

• Provide direct behavioral support to students throughout the school day.
• Implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) Individual Support Plans (ISPs) Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) physician orders and individualized behavioral programming.
• Implement ABA treatment plans and skill acquisition programs under the supervision of the BCBA for students receiving ABA services.
• Utilize positive behavior supports reinforcement strategies de-escalation techniques and approved crisis intervention procedures.
• Respond immediately to behavioral crises and staff assistance calls.
• Assist with student transitions arrival dismissal bus loading and unloading lunch recess vocational training and community instruction.
• Rotate between classrooms to provide behavioral support where students needs are greatest.
• Provide behavioral support during inclusion opportunities special events and community-based instruction.
• Substitute or provide classroom coverage when behavioral support is needed.

Data Collection and Documentation

• Collect objective behavioral and instructional data for students receiving ABA services.
• Collect behavioral data and documentation for students receiving school-wide behavior support services.
• Enter behavioral data into electronic systems accurately and within required timelines.
• Prepare behavior summaries and progress reports as requested.
• Complete incident reports and required documentation promptly.
• Assist in identifying behavioral trends and making recommendations to supervisors.
• Conduct preference assessments and interest inventories when assigned.

Behavior Support and Intervention

• Implement Behavior Intervention Plans with fidelity.
• Assist in developing and updating behavior support plans under the direction of the Intervention Specialist and BCBA.
• Model positive behavior intervention strategies for teachers and paraprofessionals.
• Provide coaching and support to classroom staff in implementing behavioral strategies consistently.
• Assist with functional behavior assessment activities as directed by the BCBA.
• Maintain a proactive approach to preventing challenging behaviors through environmental modifications and positive supports.
• Promote student dignity independence and self-determination during all interventions.

Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with BCBA Intervention Specialists teachers paraprofessionals speech-language pathologists occupational therapists physical therapists nurses and administrators.
• Participate in IEP meetings behavior review meetings and team meetings as assigned.
• Communicate behavioral concerns and student progress promptly to supervisors.
• Maintain positive professional relationships with students families and coworkers.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Assist in all areas of the Rainbow Center program as assigned.
• Cover classroom breaks and lunches as directed.
• Attend and actively participate in staff meetings professional development and required training.
• Maintain all required certifications and professional competencies.
• Prioritize duties based on student safety urgency and school needs.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Follow all agency policies procedures ethical standards and confidentiality requirements.
• Demonstrate professionalism flexibility excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles.
• Knowledge of positive behavior interventions and supports (PBIS).
• Strong crisis prevention and de-escalation skills.
• Excellent observational and data collection skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Professional judgment.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced educational environment.
• Person-centered philosophy.
• Computer proficiency.
• Ability to read write speak and understand English.

Supervisory Responsibility: Does not supervise others.

Work Environment: This job operates in a school setting with exposure to high levels of noise human elements such as (blood urine etc.); frequent interruptions and fast-paced working this role standard office equipment such as computers phones photocopiers filing cabinets and fax machines are routinely used.

Physical Demands: The employee is occasionally required to sit stoop kneel climb or bend get up & down from floor repeatedly. The employee must constantly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds frequently lift and/or move 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time position with core hours of work 8:00AM-4:00PM

Travel: None

Required Education and/or Experience.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification in good standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
• Successful completion of criminal background screening and agency requirements.
• Ability to maintain required physical qualifications for the position.

Preferred Education and Experience

• One to two years of experience working with children with developmental disabilities autism spectrum disorder or behavioral challenges.
• Experience implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) interventions in a school setting.
• Proficient English written and verbal communication skills.

Required Experience:

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