Job Description

Registered Behavioral Technician (ABA Therapist)

Our mission is to be the hands and feet of Jesus by offering healing and hope to families through therapy.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH CENTER FOR NEW BEGINNINGS :

Center for New Beginnings, INC offers in-clinic, in-home, or school-based therapy in the following counties: Richmond, Columbia, Burke, Jenkins, Screven, and Jefferson. We have therapists who are primarily clinic, both in-home and clinic, as well as some who commute between counties to serve our clients.  We are looking for therapists with availability in the counties listed above and we are interested in expanding should staffing arise. We have three locations in Waynesboro GA (Main Clinic), Evans GA (North Clinic), and Millen GA (South Clinic).

For this position, Center for New Beginnings offers the following: 

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Telehealth benefits
• Company paid basic life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Short-term disability/maternity leave
• Paid time off with 9 paid holidays per year
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Discount/perks program
• Paid Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT), credentialing and ongoing paid training
• Competitive compensation based on experience and opportunities for pay increases based on performance and education
• Pay starts at $15/hour during training and starts at $17/hour after passing the RBT exam
• Flexible work schedule

POSITION SUMMARY :

Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT) provide clinical skills instruction and behavior reduction protocols based upon the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to children with Autism and related developmental disabilities in the home, community, and school settings. RBTs collect data on said protocols, assist with parent training, and assist with clinical assessments as needed. 

Essential components of this position are listed below but are subject to change at the discretion of Center for New Beginnings. This job description describes essential job functions but does not provide an exhaustive list of duties that may be assigned. Specific duties & responsibilities will vary depending on certification, experience, and need.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Provide direct client care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
• Follow the prescribed behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction plans and record data according to Center guidelines.
• Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
• Assist with parent and caregiver training in line with a client’s individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols.
• Effectively communicate with parents and caregivers regarding client progress as instructed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Utilize safe & appropriate handling procedures when working with clients.
• Maintain client confidentiality.
• Assist BCBA with skill acquisition and behavior reduction assessments.
• Preparing client materials ahead of a session as instructed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.
• Collaborate with a treatment team including clients, parents and caregivers, outside professionals, Lead Behavioral Technician, ABA Interns, and co-workers.
• Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required training. 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES :

• Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets accordingly.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, co-workers, supervisors, and community members.
• Ability to adhere to organizational policies and procedures and abide by the code of ethics as indicated by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
• Commitment to maintain client confidentiality and adhere to HIPPA laws.
• Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to clinical skills, professional development, ethics, and technology, and training in order to perform job responsibilities to required standards.
• Ability to interpret and implement clinical protocols and writing.
• Must maintain a professional appearance with regard to clothing, grooming, hair, and make-up.

BASIC & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to lift and carry clients with adaptive equipment.
• Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing) for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods of time.  
• Must be physically present at the assigned job location, which may include home, school, and community placements.
• Must be able to receive detailed information through oral communication.
• Must have reliable transportation
• Responsible for completing and maintaining all required certifications and training once employed including, but not limited to: CPR, Fingerprinting & Passing Background Checks, RBT training and other company in-services and training as directed by employment supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• RBT: Entry Level 
• RBT Promotions: Potential for promotions based on experience, performance, and education
  • Lead RBT 
  • RBT Clinic Manager

EXPERIENCE:

• Required: None
• Preferred: Experience working with children in a classroom or 1:1 setting; experience implementing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis; Educational, Speech, or Allied Health Services experience 

EDUCATION:

• Required: High School Diploma. NET workers: Rising high school juniors or older
• Preferred: Have completed 60 hours of college coursework from an accredited university. Enrollment in college coursework for at least 6 hours per semester from an accredited university and/or at least 6 months of experience delivering Applied Behavior Analysis services may be substituted for 60 hours of completed college coursework. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, Speech and Hearing Services, or a related field. 

Center for New Beginnings, INC is an Equal Employment employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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