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CFS- HBTS Worker

North Scituate, RI · On-site

$24/hr

Home-Based Therapeutic Services (HBTS) workers provide specialized, intensive direct support services for children with a wide range of disabilities living at home. Working collaboratively with a ...

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As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for hbts worker in the United States is $13.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $8.65 and $16.83 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an HBTS Worker?

An HBTS (Home-Based Therapeutic Services) Worker is a professional who provides therapeutic support to children and adolescents with behavioral, emotional, or developmental challenges, typically in their home or community settings. They work under the supervision of a licensed clinician and implement individualized treatment plans to help the child develop skills and manage behaviors. HBTS Workers often collaborate with families, schools, and other service providers to ensure comprehensive care. Their goal is to improve the child's functioning and overall quality of life.

What are some common challenges HBTS Workers face when supporting children with behavioral health needs in home-based settings?

HBTS Workers often encounter challenges such as adapting behavioral interventions to fit unique home environments, building trust with both the child and their family, and managing unpredictable behaviors outside of structured settings. Flexibility and strong communication skills are essential for collaborating with family members and other care professionals. Additionally, HBTS Workers must maintain clear documentation and regularly adjust their approach to ensure interventions are effective and individualized for each child.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an HBTS (Home-Based Therapeutic Services) Worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as an HBTS Worker, you need knowledge of behavioral health, experience with special needs populations (especially children or adolescents), and often a relevant associate's or bachelor's degree. Familiarity with behavioral intervention strategies, data collection tools, and sometimes crisis de-escalation certifications like CPR or CPI is common. Patience, strong communication, and the ability to build rapport with clients and families are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure effective support for clients, promote positive behavioral outcomes, and foster trust with families in a home-based therapeutic setting.

What is the difference between Hbts Worker vs Home Health Aide?

AspectHbts WorkerHome Health Aide
CertificationsTypically requires HHA certification or similarRequires HHA certification or CNA license
Work EnvironmentAssists patients with mobility, daily activities, often in healthcare facilities or homesProvides personal care and assistance in patients' homes
Employer & IndustryHospitals, clinics, home health agenciesHome health agencies, private clients

Hbts Workers and Home Health Aides share similar roles in patient care, often requiring comparable certifications. While Hbts Workers may work in various healthcare settings, Home Health Aides primarily focus on in-home personal care. Both roles are essential in supporting patient well-being and often overlap in duties and qualifications.

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HBTS Worker

The Arc of Bristol County dba proAbility

Warwick, RI

$23/hr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Job # - 1615
Position: HBTS – Direct Support Staff
Department: RI Children's HBTS
Schedule: Monday-Friday - 15yr old Male (20 Hrs./Wk.)
Pay Rate: $23.00
Supporting: 15-year-old male

General Description:
The primary function of the Direct Support Staff within the HBTS program is to provide individualized behavioral interventions and treatment plan programs to children with specific health care needs. This work is primarily done in homes or in community settings. The work requires driving to and from the service site(s).

General Qualifications:
  • Be at least 19 years of age, have a high school degree or equivalent, and two (2) years of supervised experience working with children with special health care needs
OR
  • Have an Associate degree in human services (i.e., psychology, counseling, child development, education, nursing, etc.)
OR
  • Be enrolled in not less than six (6) semester hours of relevant undergraduate coursework at an accredited college or university
OR
  • Have worked with adults with specific health care needs and developmental disabilities for at least three years
  • Successfully pass the BCI and CANTS screenings *required

Job Responsibilities:
  • Provide treatment in the home and/or community setting(s), to individuals, by following and implementing specific teaching procedures based on identified area(s) of need.
  • Facilitate social interactions between individuals and family or community members.
  • Implement Behavior Plans and accurately document data collection
  • Teach communication skills, social skills, self-help skills, and play skills
  • Engage in and ensure the safety of the individual and all others within the environment
  • Maintain confidentiality of all clients and professional conduct at all times.
  • Attend and participate in meetings and ongoing trainings
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities, we invite you to apply today and join our dedicated team at The Arc of Bristol County!

Employment compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act:
The physical demands of this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to use hands in order to handle or feel objects, tools, and controls; reach with hands or arms, stoop, kneel, talk, and hear. The employee is required to stand, walk, and sit, and may occasionally be required to lift/transfer up to 50/70 lbs. alone or occasionally up to 200 lbs. with the assistance of another staff. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

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