RBT Trainer

Description Responsible for providing intensive 1:1 therapy and support to the clinical team with regards to training and data collection. Must maintain knowledge of principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and assist in training a small team of therapists to provide quality services to all clients at LAC. Clients include individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and other language delays. Position ABA Therapist Trainer Reports to Program Managers and/or Clinical Director Responsibilities Substitutes for 1:1 therapists as needed All responsibilities for therapists apply to trainer Completes & maintains Registered Behavior Technician credentialing Assists with staff training specific to ABA concepts and principles. Assists with staff training specific to learner individual treatment plans, behavior plans, & RBT task list Serve as fill in for call offs or work with a learner until a new RBT is hired or certified Assumed to be a “master” RBT with ABA concepts and applying ABA therapy. Responsible for being cross-trained with learners. Provide ongoing training support to all RBTs. Monitors & tracks therapist feedback accurately Completes support staff checklists and trains therapists to lead group skills Lead groups skills, as needed Completes therapist competency checks Assists therapists in completing paperwork & data, as needed Demonstrates creativity & “think outside the box” attitude to provide support and achieve positive outcomes for all clients Consistently builds rapport with clients & families to achieve best possible outcomes Attends & maintains all outside training certifications (CPI, CPR, First Aid, RBT, etc.) Attends & implements feedback from weekly supervision with Program Manager Assists Program Manager in prepping materials (insurance forms, parent notes, inventories, program materials, etc.) Physical Requirements Lifting/Carrying more than 50 lbs Running Able to sustain impact to body (i.e., being hit, etc.) in any area Crouching, squatting, kneeling for sustained periods of time Bending at the waist to touch knees and/or toes Full range of motion of hands and arms Sitting on floor and chair for long periods of time Ability to move quickly from standing to seated, or kneeling position, without support Qualifications One year as an RBT and 6 months in a training capacity Exceeds all expectations in completing therapist duties as summarized below: Providing direct 1:1 therapy sessions Implementing all skill acquisition programs & maintenance programs Collecting accurate data via central reach Implementing all behavior protocols & FBA/BIPs as provided Participates in co-treats with BCBA, SLP, and therapist as needed All other responsibilities of a 1:1 therapist are also expected Completes Level 2 & 3 competency checklist to proficiency Maintains attendance expectations Flexible, creative, & possessing excellent time management skills Leadership experience & skills demonstrated Knowledge of basic functions of behavior Knowledge of data collection procedures Able to communicate expressively and receptively for all responsibilities within the job role. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lighthouse Autism Center, LLC