Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Position Summary: The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) will provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to children with Autism and related developmental disabilities in clinic, the home, and community settings. The Registered Behavioral Technician will collect data on programs, assist with parent training, and assist the Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) with clinical

assessments as needed.

Essential components of this position are listed below but subject to change at the

discretion of Mississippi Behavior Services. This job description describes essential job functions, but

does not provide an exhaustive list of duties that may be assigned.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide direct client care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of

intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.

• Follow the prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.

• Follow and record data for prescribed toilet training protocols.

• Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.

• Assist with parent and caregiver training in line with client’s individualized

treatment and behavior reduction protocols.

• Effectively communicate with parents and caregivers regarding client progress as

instructed by the Licensed Behavior Analyst.

• Utilize safe & appropriate handing procedures when working with clients.

• Maintain client confidentiality.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.

• Collaborate with treatment team including client, parents and caregivers, outside

professionals, Lead Behavior Technician, ABA Interns, and co-workers.

• Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required trainings.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets

accordingly.

• Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at one

time.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, co-workers,

supervisors, and community members.

• Ability to adhere to organizational policies and procedures and abide by code of

Ethics as indicated by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board

• Commitment to maintain client confidentiality and adhere to HIPPA laws.

• Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to clinical skills,

professional development, ethics, and technology, and training in order to meet the standards BACB RBT requirements

perform job responsibilities to required standard.

• Ability to interpret and implement clinical protocols and written.

• Must maintain a professional appearance with regard to clothing, grooming, hair,

and make-up.

Basic and Physical Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

• Must be able to lift and carry clients with adaptive equipment.

• Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting,

crawling, sitting, standing) for extended periods of time.

• Must be able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods of time.

• Must be willing and able to hold/transport and utilize quick body

movements as indicated in the Behavior Intervention Plan in the course of

working with children with challenging behavior.

• Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device

functions for data collection.

• Must be physically present at the assigned job location, which may include home,

and community placements.

• Must be able to receive detailed information through oral communication.

• Must have visual acuity to read and comprehend written communication through computer, electronic devices, and paper means.

• Must have reliable transportation and be willing and able to travel between

different job sites within the North Mississippi area.

• Must have a valid Mississippi Driver’s License & insurance in good standing

Qualifications:

1- Experience:

• Required: None

• Preferred: Experience working with children ages 0-16 provided in a classroom or

1:1 setting; experience implementing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis;

Educational, or Speech, or Rehabilitation services experience

2- Education:

• Required: High School Diploma

• Registered Behavior Technician certification through BACB (see RBT Obtaining/Maintaining Policy)

Related Training:

• Responsible for completing and maintaining all required certifications and

trainings once employed including, but not limited to: CPR (within 90 days of employment),

Background Checks, RBT trainings and other company in-services and trainings

as directed by employment supervisor.