Registered Behavior Technician

Registered Behavior Technician

Caseys Place Syracuse - Syracuse, NY

Overview

Salary Range $22.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Education Level High School Travel Percentage None Category Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

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)

Qualifications

Elmcrest's Core Values & Competencies :

• Honesty: Act with integrity and behave in a manner consistent with our policies, Code of Conduct and any regulatory and ethical guidelines. Utilize practices and techniques professionals train to interact with children, families and co-workers appropriately.
• Willingness to Learn: Open to new experiences and learning new skills and information that can improve professional development, progressive work environments and support the mission of Elmcrest.
• Dedication to Purpose: Display the necessary passion and empathetic abilities to serve the Elmcrest mission. Committed to improve the lives of children and families.
• Social Concern: Value human dignity and have respect for others. Actively seek out diverse approaches and points of view.

Competencies :

• Strong attention to detail for accurate data collection
• Compassionate, patient, and youth-centered approaches.
• Ability to follow instructions and accept feedback.
• Strong communication, patience, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal skills to work with children and young adults with developmental disabilities.
• Strong listening skills
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Effective time management.
• Must interact and work well with others in a various fast-changing environments and situations.
• Must be able to use technology to support service documentation.

Required Education and Experience :

• High School Diploma or GED
• College and experience preferred
• Active RBT certification from Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB). (Preferred)
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.

Essential Job Qualifications:

• Ability to lift 25 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to sit, squat, crouch and stand for elongated periods of time
• Ability to lift arms over head in upward reaching motion.
• Ability to walk up and downstairs up to several times per day.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance, free from major infractions and deemed acceptable to our insurance carrier.
• Varying levels of travel as determined by departmental needs may be required with this position.