Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to join our team in Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island; Nassau, and Suffolk County. Registered Behavior Technicians assist behavior analysts in implementing behavior reduction and skill acquisition treatment plans. The candidate will help patients with day-to-day activities, monitor their behavior, record and collect patient progress data, and communicate with clients. Other duties may include clerical and administrative tasks.

To be successful in this role, you will display a compassionate nature, empathy, and discretion in your work. You should have excellent communication and time management skills and develop and maintain relationships with clients, supervisors, and colleagues. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience working in client homes, with no exceptions.

Registered Behavior Technician Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to clients in a one-on-one or group therapy setting to implement skill acquisition and behavior reduction treatments as directed by the supervisor.
• Collect and record data on patient behavior.
• Collaborate, communicate, and assist with the training of clients, parents, and staff.
• Provide a safe and supportive environment for patients and families.
• Carry out clinical assessments and other administrative duties.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Attend training to acquire further knowledge.
• Registered Behavior Technician Requirements
• Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification required, with no exceptions.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working directly in client homes, with no exceptions.
• Certificate, bachelor’s, or associate’s degree in behavioral health or related field preferred.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Computer skills.

Registered Behavior Technician Duties:

• Establishes & maintains the therapeutic relationship by pairing self as a reinforcing entity and building the value for the client of social interaction with the RBT
• Prompts safe and socially acceptable replacement behaviors to build a repertoire of communication, social interaction, and problem-solving skills
• Fades prompt appropriately to promote both successful and independent responding
• Increases the frequency or duration of safe and appropriate replacement behaviors by providing access to reinforcers (desired items/actions, attention, or removal of demands/aversive situations)
• Accurately collect behavior data including A-B-C, count, frequency, duration, latency, inter-response time, event, and interval-based recording
• Follows the treatment plan goals and interventions utilizing sound judgment and seeks out appropriate consultation
• Collaborates with family and treatment team members to provide treatment effectively and without disruption to the environment or other individuals in the environment
• Educate parents on reinforcement and early intervention information
• Educates all those involved about the role of ABA-based interventions and the RBT, and functions within boundaries of the RBT role in providing treatment
• Reassessment as appropriate