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Registered Behavior Technician/Behavior Technician - Springfield, IL

Hourly Rate: $16.00-$18.00

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

"Hope has a very supportive and kind environment. We have great leaders, BCBAs, and RBTs. Another is you really do become attached to the kids. They are all so wonderful and seeing them learn and change is amazing! I have been with Hope for 3 years and have seen many kids who had no form of communication start talking! That is really something amazing that Hope does. I can't even imagine how relieving it must feel for families."

ABOUT THE HOPE AUTISM CLINIC:

Where client outcomes are paramount, the Autism Clinic, which is a division of the nationally recognized non-profit, Hope, provides the highest quality therapeutic services to their local communities. We are dedicated to the idea that every child and their families deserve the opportunity to thrive and reach their fullest potential.

Serving children, ages 2 – 8, The Autism Clinic offers applied behavior analytic services (ABA), parent and family guidance, and in some settings, speech therapy. Each child’s treatment plan and treatment goals are individualized to meet their unique needs and all professionals collaborate together for optimal client outcomes.

As a part of our passionate care team you will have a purpose – not just a job. You’ll grow your professional skills, collaborate with talented professionals, and help create brighter futures for the children and families we serve. Be part of something meaningful – join us and help kids and their families soar!

What You Will Do:

• Attends and completes any/all required trainings, which includes onboarding and ongoing training opportunities; These trainings may take place during normal working hours or before or after a scheduled shift
• Works towards, achieves and maintains RBT certification
  1. Completes 40-hours of BACB-approved RBT training by the provided due date
  2. Demonstrates skills per the BACB at the end of a 4- week initial training period
  3. Consistently demonstrates treatment fidelity checklist scores of 80% or better during role-play or in-session observations with clients
  4. Applies and passes the BACB RBT exam within the first three attempts (within 90 days of employment)
  5. Receives at least 5% supervision for by assigned (approved) BCBAs during therapy sessions
  6. Completes activities associated with RBT renewal prior to expiry date
• Maintains provided availability regarding work schedule and attendance
• Provides ABA therapy under the supervision of a BCBA which includes comprehension of teaching instructions, necessary stimuli, reinforcement strategies, and any other information necessary to successfully implement programming
  1. Gains and maintains a therapeutic rapport and relationship with clients and client families
  2. R/BT will be required to demonstrate an understanding of behavior analytic teaching procedures including but not limited to, incidental teaching, natural environment teaching (NET), functional communication training, discrete trial training and chaining.
  3. R/BT will be required to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of reinforcement
     • R/BT will conduct preference assessments and reinforcer assessments
  4. R/BT will be required to use designated prompting strategies and will fade prompts using designated strategies
  5. Only use empirically supported ABA clinical practices that fall within their scope of competence
  6. Implements skill acquisition and behavior reduction programming
  7. Assists with assessments as directed by their BCBA, as needed
• Accurately collects data on client goals and objectives as outlined in the treatment or behavior intervention plans developed by the BCBA or Level 1 Clinician. Data is to be collected in real time, avoiding recollection of client performance outside of session or after a significant time delay
• Creates session notes that document important client session information using the organization’s electronic medical record platform. Session notes should be completed and converted on the same day as the therapy appointment, but no more than 24 hours after the completion of the appointment
• Adjusts behavior accordingly to supervisor feedback
• Maintains professional appearance and attitude, including but not limited to acting in accordance with organizational core values, organizational dress codes, and demonstration of open and honest communication with supervisor
• Maintains professional boundaries, as outlined by the BACB, with clients and client families

• Assumes the responsibility of a mandated reporter concerning incidents of alleged abuse and neglect, as outlined by state guidelines and in accordance with the organization’s policies
• Performs all other assigned duties as required

What You Will Bring:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Have a high school diploma or GED
• Pass a background check and drug screen upon hire
• Gain and maintain Safety Care certification and CPR certification
• Be organized, punctual, and able to follow supervisor instructions
• Be willing and able to complete and maintain the requirements of becoming a Registered Behavior Technician
• Demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of applied behavior analysis as well as the ability to demonstrate the basic principles
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and must be able to work alongside colleagues
• Be willing to accept and implement feedback from supervisors
• Demonstrate sound judgement, problem-solving, and flexibility
• Recognize and accommodate cultural differences and diversity
• Consistently demonstrate behavior in alignment with the organization’s core values
• Uphold client confidentiality and act in accordance with HIPAA laws and regulations
• Demonstrate good attendance and use designated benefit time (sick, PTO, personal), not exceeding the provided days
• Follow all codes of conduct as required by Hope or the Behavior Analysis Certification Board (BACB)
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs
• Be able to lift and carry children and/or adaptive equipment
• Be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures for extended periods of time
  • Examples: Kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, and standing
• Be able to sit on the floor for an extended period of time
• Be willing and able to make quick body movements
• Be able to understand and execute detailed communication about clients
• Be able to use technology to collect data and any required documentation
• Maintain a professional appearance aligned with the organization’s dress code, but also with hygiene and grooming

What You Will Get:

• Paid Training!
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (Health and Dependent)
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan, Profit Share, and Match
• Paid Time Off
• Floating Holidays
• Employee & Dependent Tuition Reimbursement Assistance
  

Hope is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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