Overview
RBTs with Leadership Skills: Mentor, Inspire, and Drive Progress!
Senior Technicians / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Verbal Beginnings is a premier provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism. The Senior Technician at Verbal Beginnings Centers plays a dual role—providing direct therapeutic services to clients and leading a team of technicians. Responsibilities include supervising and mentoring staff, overseeing classroom safety and culture, assigning duties, and supporting the effectiveness of therapy. This is a senior RBT position which requires both clinical expertise and the ability to foster a collaborative and supportive learning environment for both clients and team members.
What Sets Us Apart In ABA Therapy:
- Supportive, fun and rewarding atmosphere for our staff
- Extensive training and support to help you become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
- Student loan assistance to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), as well as free supervision hours
- Collaborative environment that promotes professional growth and learning
Schedule, Location and Compensation:
- Location: This position is based in our ABA centers
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Shifts are 7:30am-4:00pm and 8:30am - 5:00pm. Candidates must be available to work either shift.
- Compensation: $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision Plans
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays - 27 Days Off Per Year!
- Professionally-Managed 401(K) Plan
- Comprehensive Wellness Program
Responsibilities
What does my day look like as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT):
- Ensure the clients and staff are safe and in a positive environment at all times.
- Provide direct therapy for clients in the therapy room.
- Lead or assist with leading group instruction on a daily basis.
- Timely and accurate completion of assigned administrative duties, which include but are not limited to: supporting material development, assisting in ongoing training programs, and converting sessions in the company’s EMR.
- Participate in team meetings and training workshops.
- Ensure preparedness for sessions which includes having the proper therapeutic program materials, a positive attitude, and a meaningful understanding of the programs to be run for the day.
- Assist with training ABATs/JTs/LTs on client management when needed
- Act as a mentor to other technicians.
- Maintain a clean and organized working environment.
- Follows the policies and procedures of Verbal Beginnings, LLC.
- Direct employees in their performance of work.
- Assign duties and tasks to employees.
- Make hiring decisions where required.
Supervisory Responsibility
- Supervise and direct daily activities of ABATs/JTs/LTs in the assigned therapy room, ensuring adherence to treatment plans, session integrity, professionalism, and supporting them in mastering their clinical competencies.
- The ST may recommend DA of technicians on their team and may participate in DA meetings with the Operations Coordinator.
- Exercise supervisory responsibilities in the hiring process, including conducting interviews, assessing candidate fit, and making or recommending final hiring decisions after consulting with other leadership roles in the center.
Qualifications
Educational Requirements:
Required
- High School Diploma required
Preferred
- Bachelor's Degree in related field: health care or core sciences or
- Enrolled in ABA Master's program, participating in VBA
Required
Experience Requirements:
- More than 1 year of experience providing ABA services full time
- RBT certification in good standing
Preferred
- 2+ years of experience providing ABA services full time
Other Qualifications:
- Previous experience with or knowledge of individuals with ASD and ABA therapy
- BLS/CPR Certification including pediatric BLS/CPR is required (must obtain prior to or shortly after hire).
- Excellent communication skills.
- Commitment to growth and development in the ABA field.
Physical Demands
The physical requirements outlined here are representative of those that an employee must be able to meet to successfully perform the essential functions of the role.
- Regularly required to perform activities such as reaching, grasping, walking briskly or running, sitting on the floor, kneeling, crouching, ascending and descending stairs, and transitioning quickly between standing, sitting, and other positions (e.g., floor, chair, or other surfaces) throughout the day.
- Ability to interact effectively by speaking clearly, using age-appropriate language, and observing and maintaining attention through verbal and non-verbal communication
- Successful completion of Safety Care training and Re-Certifications, which includes carrying children per Safety Care training. Active participation in Safety Care is a condition of employment.
The safety of clients, staff, and visitors is among our most important priorities. This job description is intended to outline the primary responsibilities and requirements of the role. The individual may be required to perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor, as needed.
What We Offer:
As a growing ABA therapy provider, Verbal Beginnings offers a fun and rewarding atmosphere for our staff. We offer competitive pay, flexible part time schedules, and health benefits for eligible employees. We create a supportive, team environment that promotes professional growth and learning, done so by offering training opportunities, financial support to get your BCBA, supervision hours, team building events, and company events. If you are in this field, you know sometimes 'it takes a village' and we strive to provide that support.
Verbal Beginnings’ personnel policies, procedures, and practices prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, or sex. Verbal Beginnings’ employment opportunities are provided for applicants with disabilities and reasonable accommodation(s) are made to meet the physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants or employees.
Salary Range
USD $24.00 - USD $24.00 /Hr.
