REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
Pay $24.75 / Hourly
SUMMARY: Under the supervision of People Incorporated’s Clinical Supports Supervisor/BCBA, the employee will monitor Positive Behavior Support (PBS) plans that assist adults with developmental disabilities in the programs of the Residential Services Division and the Adult Day Services Division in acquiring, retaining, and improving the skills necessary to function successfully in the home and community. There may be opportunities to support children in the Agency’s Children’s Services Division, as well. For Agency purposes, those who are not RBT certified but are in school for a BCBA certification or have graduated without state licensure are also considered Behavior Technicians.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Monitor implementation of Positive Behavior Support Plans under the close ongoing supervision of a BCBA.
- Participate in clinical supervision provided by a BCBA.
- Observe individuals and staff members in their daily, familiar settings.
- Collect data sheets from programs, and assist with graphing and analyzing data.
- Attend a three -day training course to become a Certified Safety-Care trainer and to train staff in Safety-Care crisis prevention and maintain certification yearly.
- Train staff in Positive Behavior Supports (PBS) and Overview of Developmental Disabilities.
- Monitor staff implementation of Safety-Care, PBS strategies, and Positive Behavior Support Plans, and provide feedback when necessary.
- Assist with curriculum development for various trainings and monitor those trainings.
- Create materials related to Positive Behavior Support Plans and the implementation of PBS.
- Maintain a professional and cooperative relationship with the guardians of individuals.
- Attend meetings with guardians, representatives from the MA Department of Developmental Services (DDS), Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) staff, Fall River Public School staff, and Agency management and direct support staff to communicate any concerns.
- Attend meetings, trainings, and professional development as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Participate in all staff meetings and required training sessions, including in-service training, as scheduled.
- Maintain all program and Agency required trainings
- For those unlicensed with a master’s or bachelor’s degree (graduated or in school), essential functions also include as noted below with supervision from a BCBA:
- Collaborate with Agency Division Directors and Program Managers ensuring cross-divisional communication and support.
- Collaborate with DDS, area professionals, and community resources to ensure and enhance quality of services.
- Submit all appropriate reports and statistical data as required.
- Evaluate referral packets and determine level of support needs, except those with a degree who are unlicensed.
- Write and monitor Positive Behavior Support Plans.
- Monitor staff implementation of Safety-Care, Positive Behavior Support, and Behavior Support Plans and provide feedback when necessary.
- Observe individuals in their daily and familiar settings and observe staff members on the job.
- Collect data sheets from programs, graph and analyze data when needed.
- Create materials related to Positive Behavior Support Plans and the implementation of Positive Behavior Support.
- Attend Human Rights Committee, Peer Review Committee, and Positive Behavior Support Leadership meetings as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
You must perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- High school diploma is required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.
- Certified as a Registered Behavior Technician or working towards certification preferred.
- Master’s level education, awaiting BCBA certification/state licensure.
- Bachelor’s level education, awaiting BCaBA certification/state licensure.
- Experience with monitoring behavior plans and using Microsoft Excel for data entry and graphing is preferred.
- Two years’ experience monitoring PBS plans and working with adults/children with developmental disabilities is preferred.
- Must comply with supervision and documentation and expectations from the Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
- Must maintain certification yearly, according to the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
- Experience with monitoring staff in Safety-Care and PBS is preferred.
- Must be a team player creative, enthusiastic, and have a positive outlook. Must love working with people and be excited to learn more about how ABA and PBS therapy changes the lives of the individuals we support.
- Skill in serving as role model and leader within organizations and service communities.
- If working with children, a SORI, physicals upon hire and every two years and immunization record (MMR) are required upon hire.
- A qualifying criminal background check, driving record, access to reliable transportation, and a valid driver’s license are required.
Why join our Team?
Come work in a rewarding and creative environment that encourages growth, collaboration and community involvement that is exploding with opportunities.
At People Incorporated you will find a path to endless opportunities and a rewarding career! We offer a supportive work environment, Employee Recognition Program, Professional Development, opportunities for growth as well as industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes:
**For employees working in benefit eligible positions only**
- Tuition Assistance Program
- 4 weeks accrued paid time off
- 11 paid holidays annually
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 403(b) savings plan
- Wellness Activities and initiatives
- Select employee discounts through LifeMart
- FSA
- Employee Assistance Program
- FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Short-term Disability Insurance
Professional Developmental:
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Professional Developmental:
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Financial support with monthly student loan payments
- Reimbursement for C.N.A. Training and Licensing
- FREE DDS Certificate (Human Service)
- Scholarship Opportunities
- Degree Completion Incentive
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People Incorporated is committed to fostering a respectful and supportive work environment. We are a proud equal opportunity employer that welcomes and strongly encourages all races, religions, nationalities, genders, the LGTBQIA+ community, and people with disabilities to apply. Our ability to attract and retain a talented and dedicated workforce are key to the success of our agency. We strive to create a workplace where employees feel supported, appreciated, and motivated to grow.
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