Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - Museum Building Blocks

Job Description Since 1966, the Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) has been dedicated to providing innovative, high-quality, and cost-effective educational programs and services to meet the diverse needs of children and adults in Greater Hartford. Serving 33 member districts and reaching additional communities statewide, CREC supports approximately 12,000 students annually through more than 120 educational programs. Our offerings include professional learning and coaching for educators, specialized programming for students with diverse needs, and PreK-12 education across 16 interdistrict magnet schools. Additionally, CREC provides school construction, operations, and cooperative business services, while also delivering programs that help adults build real, job-ready skills. Job Description Since 1966, the Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) has been dedicated to providing innovative, high-quality, and cost-effective educational programs and services to meet the diverse needs of children and adults in Greater Hartford. Serving 33 member districts and reaching additional communities statewide, CREC supports approximately 12,000 students annually through more than 120 educational programs. Our offerings include professional learning and coaching for educators, specialized programming for students with diverse needs, and PreK-12 education across 16 interdistrict magnet schools. Additionally, CREC provides school construction, operations, and cooperative business services, while also delivering programs that help adults build real, job-ready skills. Position Summary The Registered Behavior Technician provides 1:1 behavioral intervention services to children with special needs. RBTs are responsible for implementing Applied Behavioral Analysis based programming as directed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst/Case Supervisor. Duties/Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES Provide direct client care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements. Perform other duties related to the RBT Task List (2nd ed.), as directed by BCBA/Supervisor. Implement individualized treatment outlined in the student's individualized Behavior Treatment Plan developed and overseen by BCBA. Utilize safe & appropriate procedures when interacting with students as prescribed in the designated crisis management training. Consistently utilize principles of reinforcement for increasing targeted skills throughout the student's day. Maintain student confidentiality. Assist teachers, clinical staff, and paraeducators in developing, monitoring, and/or implementing skill acquisition and behavior reduction assessments. Assist the Teacher, Behavior Analysts, paraeducators, and other clinical staff in preparing student materials as instructed. Assist the teacher with maintaining and monitoring classroom responsibilities as directed. Daily data collection and graphing of all required data as directed by the teacher, BCBA, and/or other clinical staff. Assist BCBA in conducting various functional assessment methodologies, including, but not limited to descriptive and analog functional assessments. Attend regular supervision meetings with the assigned BCBA clinical supervisor and effectively respond to feedback. Complete and maintain annual crisis management training requirements. Comply with all company policies and procedures. Other duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Supervisory Responsibility This position has no supervisory responsibility. Competencies Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Written & Oral Communication - Speaks and writes clearly; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Speaks and writes clearly and informatively; Varies communication style to meet needs; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others. Diversity & Ethics - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Treats people with respect; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment‑free environment; Builds a diverse workforce; Keeps commitments; Works with integrity; Upholds organizational values. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Qualifications High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Registered Behavior Technician Certification. Travel Requirements Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide transportation to meetings, trainings, and professional learning opportunities as required. Physical Demands & Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Standing (continually, more than 2/3) Walking (continually, more than 2/3) Sitting (frequently, 1/3 2/3) Reach with hands and arms (continually, more than 2/3) Climbing or balancing (occasionally, less than 1/3) Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (occasionally, less than 1/3) Lifting up to 100 lbs. (continually, more than 2/3) Carrying up to 100 lbs. (continually, more than 2/3) Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) require the ability to work in a high-energy environment with varying noise levels (from quiet to loud) based on student activity. RBTs are expected to work both indoors and outdoors (as needed) and may be expected to participate in off‑site field experiences. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Group Health Insurance Plans Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance Long Term Disability & Short Term Disability options 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Matching Contribution if applicable Flexible Spending Account Pre‑Tax Savings for Health Care, Dependent Care, and Limited Purpose Post Deductible (if contributing to an HSA) Comprehensive benefit time package Employee Assistance Program Bereavement time & Religious Holidays Credit Union Access Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Network Groups Access to professional learning opportunities with two fully paid courses through CREC University each year, empowering you to expand your skills and advance your career! Benefit from our exclusive partnership with Springfield College, offering a 15% discount on tuition for next-level degree programs to support your academic and career aspirations! Based on terms and conditions during your employment, specific to your job classification and collective bargaining agreement. Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Statement CREC strives to understand and confront the symptoms and causes of racism and prejudiceranging from biases to aggressions to discriminatory policies, practices, and traditionsthat harm people from systemically marginalized groups or that benefit privileged groups. CREC staff and students acknowledge and respect people of all identifiers, such as race, socioeconomic status, gender identity and expression, education, age, ability, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, language, nationality, religion, and veteran status. Disclaimer Statement The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr