Registered Behavior Technician

Position:  Registered Behavior Technician
Location: Nassau County
Salary: $24–30 per hour

Company Overview
At Kids First, we’re on a mission to create a world where every child can thrive and reach their full potential. We provide high quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Speech, Occupational, and Mental Health therapies to our clients. Join our team as a Behavior Analyst and be a part of shaping a brighter future for children.

Kids First provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
 

Purpose of Position

As a Registered Behavioral Technician, you will engage directly with clients in a home-based environment, adhering to treatment plans established by the BCBA Supervisor. Your responsibilities will include, but not limited to, creating program materials, executing treatment procedures, fostering transparent communication with supervisors, accurately collecting and managing data, and engaging in continuous training and assessments. Additionally, you will support parent training and clinical evaluations, promoting ethical conduct and compliance with Kids First’s policies.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with clients in the home-based and clinic-based setting.
• Consistently follow and implement treatment plans set up by the BCBA Supervisor and prepare program materials; treatment protocols that include a wide variety of domains such as toilet training, communication, social, and adaptive living skills.
• Maintain open communication with the BCBA Supervisor to review program goals and procedures for each client.
• Collect and maintain accurate data and notes utilizing data collection software.
• Review and implement consultation/supervision note recommendations.
• Participate in ongoing training, evaluations, and meetings, as required by Kids First.
• Assist with parent training and clinical assessments, as needed.
• Communicate appropriately and effectively with colleagues and families, as needed.
• Track supervision hours and annually renew the RBT certification as mandated by the regulatory body to maintain the certification.
• Work ethically and with integrity while following the BACB Ethical Code.
• Understand and adhere to HIPAA policies as well as Kids First’s policies and procedures.
• Adhere to time and attendance policies and maintain a record, in good standing, of regular and reliable attendance and punctuality, to provide quality and consistent patient care. Reliable transportation and timely arrival to session is a requirement for this role.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Complete the assigned Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training.  If additional time is needed to complete the training, the paraprofessional should speak with management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Registered Behavior Technician; Or willing to obtain within 3 weeks of start date- Required
• Technical Proficiencies: Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.), Adobe PDF, Google Suite, data collection and analytical reporting - Required 
• 3-4 years of experience conducting 1:1 work with clients In-school/in-home experience addressing and navigating challenging behaviors - Required 
• 3-4 yearsof experience working with children/adults (between ages 3-18) - Required 
• 3-4 years of experience in Case management and behavioral plans - Required 
• 3-4 years of knowledge of direct, professional ABA experience - Required 
• CentralReach ABA Software experience - A plus! 
• Obtain knowledge of addressing challenging behaviors or stereotypes of children/adults with Autism - Required
• Physical Requirement: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force, and lifting as needed, including but not limited to climbing up flights of stairs, and other tasks as needed. 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members, parents, and other professionals when necessary. Obtains the ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.