What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Behavior Technician position at Lincoln Academy?
Behavioral Support/RBT Job Description
Lincoln Academy Student Support Team
Overview:
Lincoln Academy is looking for an RBT/Behavior Support Person to work with both elementary and junior high students. This individual will be working under the direction of the school BCBA, and will report to that person.
Specific Duties Include:
- Establishes & maintains therapeutic relationship by pairing self as a reinforcing entity and building the value for the students of social interaction with the BCBA
- Prompts safe and socially acceptable replacement behaviors in order to build a repertoire of communication, social interaction, and problem solving skills
- Follows behavior plans and tiered support systems to implement behavior support to students
- 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 collects behavior data
- Follows the treatment plan goals and interventions utilizing sound judgment
- Collaborates with teachers and staff to provide treatment effectively and without disruption to the classroom/ school environment or other individuals in the environment
- Work as a team member, including taking direction from administration staff
- Have clear communication with the supervisor and with all other team members.
- Submission of all paperwork in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of all shared verbal and written information gathered according to agency policy.
- Demonstrates compliance with state-mandated training requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned/required.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Has experience working with students with special needs
- Has the ability to be flexible in assignment and duties
- Is positive in interpersonal communication
- Has good record keeping skills
- Is organized in time management
Education and Experience:
- HS/GED required
- RBT Certification preferred
- Has at least one year working in a classroom setting or with special needs students
- Has experience working with behaviors for student with special needs
- Has knowledge of and experience working with de-escalation strategies and positive behavior supports
Additional Information:
- Pay based on experience and education
- Fixed schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-2:30pm (employer willing work with college schedules). NO Weekends or Holidays
- Professional development opportunities.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives.
- This job included supervised hours for your BCBA lincenture.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods standing and walking or sitting at a desk
- Ability to work with younger students in physical settings
- Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs