Registered Behavior Technician

Registered Behavior Technician

At the Applied Behavior Center for Autism, our mission is to provide individualized, evidence-based services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families.

Position Overview: The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) will provide direct, one-on-one behavioral therapy and interventions to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) with assistance from the Teachers and instructional assistants.

Required Qualifications:

• Active RBT certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

Compensation: Pay Range: $19-$27 per hour based on prior RBT experience.

Benefits:

• 3% match 401k plan
• 9 PTO days + 9 Unpaid Days + 9 paid holidays
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance
• Career advancement opportunities via 7 level progressive therapist system

Key Responsibilities:

• Therapy & Intervention:
• Deliver individualized ABA therapy sessions, applying evidence-based interventions to support clients' development and behavior management.
• Implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and skill acquisition programs as developed by the BCBA.
• Promote and reinforce adaptive behaviors and discourage maladaptive behaviors.
• Provide direct care, including working on tasks related to communication, socialization, academic skills, and daily living activities.
• Collaboration:
• Work closely with the BCBA, Teacher's, and instructional assistants to discuss treatment progress and client needs.
• Participate in team meetings, providing input about the clients' progress, behavior, and development.
• Engage in regular communication with families to provide updates on client progress and reinforce strategies at home.
• Professional Development:
• Maintain RBT certification by completing ongoing training and education, as required by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
• Actively participate in training and supervision sessions with the BCBA, the Teacher, and instructional assistance to ensure fidelity in the implementation of behavior intervention strategies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques and strategies.
• Familiarity with behavior management systems and data collection procedures.
• At least 1 year of experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder or other developmental disabilities.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to actively engage with children, including physical movement such as kneeling, standing, sitting on the floor, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to remain patient and composed in challenging situations.

Work Environment:

• The work environment is in a School setting.
• Some travel may be required for home or school visits.
• Our services follow the school calendar. This means that when school is not in session, service hours are not guaranteed. We typically provide ongoing services within the Plainfield Community in a temporary location.

If you are passionate about working with children and making a significant impact in the lives of families affected by autism, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Registered Behavior Technician at our Applied Behavior Center for Autism.

Applied Behavior Center for Autism is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. The company ensures that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.