Versatile RBT: Ready for Any Challenge. Lead RBT/Floater Needed!
A Bridge To Achievement is seeking an energetic and career-minded professional to join our team! We are currently hiring a full time Floater/RBT position at our Winston-Salem center location. This is an onsite position and the applicant must be willing to work between the hours of 8:00am - 6:00pm.
***This role specifically will also be covering Specialized Programs Coordinator duties at times of need, including extended periods. Please see the job description for both roles down below:
SUMMARY OF FLOATER/LEAD/RBT:
The Lead Registered Behavior Technician/Floater (LRBT/F) position provides high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy services to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities. This position implements individualized treatment plans and behavior intervention plans, collects and enters data, builds & maintains rapport, and ensures learners have a supportive and encouraging environment to learn in. This position supports their assigned center by working with a variety of learners in a floating capacity, based on call out and coverage needs while still maintaining clinical excellence. This position stays up to date with all learner treatment plans, BIPs, and behavioral support needs by staying in consistent communication with clinical team members. This position is expected to be a role model to all fellow behavior technicians by exemplifying agency core values, following all agency procedures, and by demonstrating clinical continuity across all sessions.
SUMMARY OF SPECIALIZED PROGRAMS COORDINATOR:
The Specialized Programs Coordinator is an experienced behavior technician who is responsible for ensuring the smooth implementation of programs and running group times within the specialized programs. This position is responsible for building/maintaining rapport, group time program implementation, data collection/entry, and keeping up-to-date on programming goals/changes for each learner served. In addition, this position may need to provide 1:1 and/or group therapy to learners based on their individualized Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy programs based on agency need.
Who is ABtA?
A Bridge to Achievement is a rapidly growing agency that provides family-centered Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, emphasizing the future of children with ASD and their families. Our expert team of Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) and highly trained behavior technicians use evidence-based ABA methods to teach children social, communication, play, cognitive, and self-care skills, while reducing problem behaviors in a variety of settings based on the family needs.
At ABtA, we understand that ASD has a dramatic and lifelong impact on individuals with this diagnosis and their families. We partner with parents to understand their children by identifying their strengths, interests, and learning styles. Using ABA and other evidence-based techniques, our highly-trained clinicians focus on therapies and interventions that use positive reinforcement to teach the children we support to reach their full potential. We then integrate our services in a variety of settings striving to create the most effective learning experience and promote positive change across all aspects of the lives of the children we serve and their families.
Why should you choose a career with ABtA?
Our unique organizational approach to our administrative processes allows those familiar with the ABA or ASD field an opportunity to expand their (or switch to!) non-clinical career. By joining the ABtA Admin Department, you will help contribute to the overall success of our learners, centers, and agency through the integral job duties listed below.
Essential Functions (Lead RBT/Floater):
- Step in to cover learner sessions across assigned center based on staffing and coverage needs, ensuring all learners receive consistent care with treatment fidelity even with short notice
- Take part in regular staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and supervision sessions to enhance personal and professional growth to ensure clinical excellence is maintained
- Provide leadership in mentoring and guiding less experienced staff, supporting the development of future behavior technicians as directed by clinical leadership at assigned center
- Remains up to date on learner progress through clinical check-ins with Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to ensure clinical continuity across sessions
- Implements group times with up to eight learners while maintaining clinical integrity and learner safety
- Assists with ongoing assessments of learner by utilizing 97152 when needed
- Ensures the safety of learners served by following all agency procedures on least restrictive environment and alternatives to restrictive interventions
- Implements individualized learner treatment plans and behavior intervention plans with fidelity
- Accurately collects and records data on learner progress and behavior during each session through the EMR software
- Provides regular updates and progress reports to the supervising BCBA
- Promotes learner morale and dignity through assent-based practices
- Implements toilet training protocols and goals as instructed
- Helps with preparation and organization of program materials/supplies as needed
- Adheres to all internal and funder requirements when implementing treatment, billing for services and submitting required session note documentation
- Adheres to the BACB’s RBT Ethics Code
- Maintains RBT certification per the BACB’s requirements
- Receives and records supervision for a minimum of 5% of their direct service hours worked each month
Qualifications & Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Working towards or has obtained a Degree in Behavioral Science or related field (such as; Psychology, Special Education, Elementary Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, Occupational/Physical/Speech Therapy or Counseling/ Social Work) preferred
- A good-standing Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) required
- Minimum of one year of professional working experience working with individuals with ASD and/or developmental disabilities required, 2-3 years preferred
- Minimum of one year of professional Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) work experience required
- High clinical excellence demonstrated through strong and consistent clinical checklist scores (90+) required
- Demonstrated reliability and dependability through no internal records of excessive absenteeism or tardiness concerns
- Proficiency in a second language preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Thorough understanding of characteristics, challenges, and treatment approaches for individuals with ASD and other developmental disabilities across ages and skills levels
- In depth knowledge of ABA techniques, strategies, and principles used in behavior intervention plans
- Knowledge of various data collection methods and the ability to accurately record data on client progress
- Strong initiative skills demonstrated through the ability of staying up to date with learner programming changes
- Demonstrated commitment to upholding ethical standards and promoting a positive workplace culture characterized by fairness, respect, and inclusivity
- Ability to work effectively and stay learner focused within a fast paced, center environment
- A collaborative work style with strong communication to participate and be a role model in a high functioning team
- Adept flexibility and resilience demonstrated by working with a variety of clients with differing needs, environments, and schedules
- Ability to quickly build and maintain rapport with learners in order to successfully implement treatment goals
- Ability to maintain calm under pressure and make quick decisions in high-stress situations
- Exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, maintain accurate records, and ensure timely completion of responsibilities
- Keen observational skills to monitor and assess client behavior, progress, and response to interventions
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to observe and move with children in their natural environments (e.g. ABtA center, home, school and/or outside or in community)
- Must be able to demonstrate working and playing with children; must be able to sit on floor on ground and move easily in this capacity
- Must be able to perform the following gross motor activities:
- Climbing (e.g. upon playground equipment)
- Bending over (e.g. to assist child with writing or pick up reinforcers off ground)
- Squatting (e.g. to assist child putting on shoes)
- Running (e.g. running through a sprinkler with a child)
- Carrying (e.g. teaching materials, toys, art supplies) up to 15lbs
- Must be able to perform the following fine motor activities:
- Pincer grasp (e.g. manipulation of teaching PECS icons)
- Writing (ex. Filling out paper form with a pencil or pen)
- Using scissors and various craft supplies
- Grasping objects (e.g. keys, door knobs, etc)
- Twisting of hands/wrist or fingers (e.g. Tying Shoes, fastening a button, using a zipper, etc)
- Must be able to demonstrate working and playing with children; must be able to sit on floor on ground and move easily in this capacity
- Must be able to lift children up to 50lbs
- Must be able to utilize safe non-violent crisis intervention techniques with program participants of all ages (raising arms above head to block, stepping back, reaching behind shoulders, etc)
- Must be able to teach and assist with toileting skills. (eg. changing diapers, lifting on an off toilet)
- Must be able to utilize a company tablet or cellular device (ex. IPad, Samsung, IPhone) to take session note data
- While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard
Benefits for All ABtA Employees:
- Exceptional and Competitive Wages
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Self Care Time
- Amazing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees (plus their partners and dependents) which includes counseling services, financial services, legal services, discounts and more!
- Flexible Schedules
- 401k Retirement Plan with a company match
- Healthcare Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision and Life)
- Ancillary Insurance Options through Aflac (STD, LTD, and more!)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
- Mileage Reimbursement & Paid Drive Time Policies
- Initial and Ongoing Paid Training and Supervision
- Opportunities for Career Advancement
- Performance and Promotion Raises
- Agency social events
- Agency laptop provided, and choice of Agency Phone or Phone Stipend
- Exceptional benefits for our BTs (because our BTs deserve it!)- Happy BTs: Happy learners, happy parents and happy BCBAs!
- Our BTs have a consistent (30+) hours policy
- RBT Certification Program for New Behavior Technicians in the Field
- Tuition Discounts, Supervision, Mentorship, and a formal Trainee Program for Employees Seeking Their BCBA Certification
- They get paid drive time AND mileage reimbursement policy
- They get exceptional pay!
- They get full benefits (401(k) with company match, health insurance, etc.)
- They have PTO, paid holidays, AND Paid Self care
- We have career growth opportunities for BTs and trainees, including a formal trainee program
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