Registered Behavioral Technician

Position Type:
Support Staff/Behavior Specialist/Analyst

Date Posted:
10/2/2026

Location:
Districtwide

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
Until Filled
Job Title: Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT)

Reports To: Director of Pupil Services & Building Principal

Location: District

Rate of Pay: $25.00 per hour; 10 Month Position, up to 35 hours per week Benefits: Sick leave and personal time off; Access to medical, dental and vision insurance; Municipal Employees Retirement (MERS)

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree preferred in Psychology, Education, or Applied Behavior Analysis
• RBT Certification (or a willingness to become certified)

Position Summary: The Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) is a Professional Certification in behavior analysis. The RBT will provide clinical skills instruction and implement behavior reduction protocols using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to students with developmental disabilities in the school setting. The RBT will collect and interpret data on programs, support parent and staff training, and assist the Psychologist, BCBA and/or Special Education teacher with clinical assessments as needed. The RBT must maintain certification with the Behavior Analytic Certification Board. The RBT will receive ongoing supervision by a qualified RBT supervisor, adhere to ethics, and renew RBT certification annually.

Minimum Qualifications/Skills and Knowledge Requirements:

• Provide direct student care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements to teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Follow prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and maladaptive behavior reduction protocols
• Collect, record, and summarize data on observable student behavior
• Facilitate behavior change by modifying maladaptive behaviors and replacing them with appropriate behavior
• Assist with parent and/or caregiver training in line with student's individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols
• Participate in counseling and meeting sessions
• Assist the Special Education Teacher and BCBA with communicating effectively with parents and/or caregivers regarding student progress
• Assist with the delivery of behavior analysis services and practices to assist children with day-to-day tasks and nurture a child's social abilities
• Assist with skill acquisition and behavior reduction assessments
• Work with a team of individuals with skill acquisition, behavior reduction assessments and preparing student materials
• Utilize safe and appropriate handling procedures when working with students
• Maintain student confidentiality
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized work and therapy environment
• Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required training sessions. Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to clinical skills, professional development, ethics, technology and training in order to perform job responsibilities to required standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications-Knowledge, Skills and Ability:
Ability to interpret and implement clinical protocols and written plans. Commitment to maintain student confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and FERPA laws. Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to adhere to organizational policies and procedures and abide by code of ethics as indicated by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. Ability to establish effective working relationships with others and to deal effectively with the public. Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets accordingly. Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time.

Physical and Mental Demands/Work Environment
The physical demands and environmental characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to read a report, use a computer, and retrieve information from an electronic filing system.
• Ability to learn and acquire an understanding of new information, methodologies and techniques and how they apply to school goals and operations.
• Ability to work in an office or school setting (indoors and outdoors) Ability to get from one location in the office or work sites(s) to other locations in primary office or work sites.
• Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing, etc.) for extended periods of time.
• Ability to reach and bend, push/pull and/or lift
• Must be willing and able to restrain/hold/transport and utilize quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Intervention Plan in the course of working with children with challenging behavior
• Ability to concentrate and manage some interruptions, pressure and changing priorities.
• Memory to perform multiple and diverse tasks and the ability to remember information that has been previously learned.
• Ability to use knowledge and reasoning to solve routine problems.
• Ability to learn and apply new information, technology and legislation applicable to departmental activities.
• Ability to distinguish between public and confidential information and handle appropriately.

Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the
Board's policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel.


This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, and
responsibilities which comprises this position.


East Haven Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, females, handicapped, and
Veterans are encouraged to apply.