Registered Behavorial Technician
Indianapolis, IN, United States
Job Type
Full-time, Part-time
Description
Registered behavior technicians are professionals who have or will have completed a minimum of a 40-hour intensive training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), have successfully passed a competency assessment administered by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and received a passing score on the Registered Behavior Technician exam through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. Tangram will provide a paid RBT certification training program. All Registered Behavior Technicians are supervised by BCBA's on a weekly basis and engage in behavior analytic professional development activities. Registered Behavior Technicians are responsible for the direct implementation of skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction plans developed by the BCBA. The Registered Behavior Technician will collect data and implement some types of assessments (e.g., stimulus preference assessments) under the supervision of a BCBA. The RBT will receive supervision for no less than 5% of the hours providing direct therapy per week.
Communicate effectively with BCBA/BCaBA
Collect data accurately and implement programs as specified by the BCBA/BCaBA
Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with a diverse group of clients, parents/caregivers, school personnel, and other agency staff
Use a computer or other device and behavioral software to prepare documents and maintain client records
Work independently and make decisions within their scope of practice
Follow guidance from senior level staff to enhance own professional development
Engage with clients and be aware of their location at all times
Collect accurate data while interacting with the client
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Skills/Abilities:
Assent-based applied behavior analysis
Pro-active intervention strategies
Recognizing Assent Withdrawal
Understand the Principles of Reinforcement
Developmental processes of children/adolescents
Interpersonal skills needed to manager crisis situations.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Products and other technology.
Education and Experience:
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experience working with children/adolescents/young adults with developmental disabilities and/or unique learning needs
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting or working on a computer.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
Repetitive physical activity such as data entry.
Salary Description
$18- $24 per hour