Certified Nurse Assistant/Regsitered Behavioral Technician

CNA Job Description

Assisting mentally impaired or emotionally disturbed patients, working under direction of nursing and medical staff. Assisting with daily living activities. Leading patients in educational and recreational activities. Accompanying patients to and from examinations and treatments. Restraining violent patients. Examining patients to detect issues requiring medical care, including open wounds, bruises, or blood in the urine. Reminding patients to take medications and nutritional supplements. Noting observations of patient behavior, including complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses. Staying up to date on CNA training and facility policy and procedure.

Registered Behavioral Technician Job Description

RBTs are responsible for providing direct care to clients and implementing behavior intervention plans. They work under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and collaborate with other members of the treatment team. RBTs must have excellent communication skills, as they will be working closely with clients and their families. They must be able to explain treatment plans and progress to others in a clear and concise manner. RBTs must have a strong understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and techniques. They must be able to implement treatment plans accurately and make adjustments as needed based on data collected during each session. It is important for RBTs to maintain a positive attitude when working with clients. Many individuals with developmental disabilities face challenges that can lead to frustration or difficult behaviors. RBTs must remain calm and patient in these situations while still providing effective therapy. Overall, the job of an RBT requires dedication, compassion, and a commitment to helping individuals with developmental disabilities reach their full potential.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.