Job Description

***Paid training for Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential***

Position: Behavior Technician 

Location: Alamogordo, NM

Reports to: Direct Clinical Supervisor (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)

Pay : $16.19 - $20.00

Minimum Availability Requirement: Providers must be available at least four afternoons per week between the hours of 3-7 pm MT and preference is given to staff that are available to work with clients MWF or M-Th or Tues-Fri on a set schedule after school. 

Company Description

Behavior Change Institute is a nationally recognized service agency specializing in providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for individuals diagnosed with autism and their families. We are looking for motivated professionals who share in our commitment to improving the well-being of others!

Job Description

Behavior Interventionists provide 1:1 behavioral intervention to individuals diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. We provide direct services to both children and adults in a variety of settings including private homes, schools, clinics and community settings.

Interventionists implement behavioral strategies to improve socially significant behaviors and quality of life. This includes implementation of a treatment plan developed by a BCBA addressing  communication, challenging behavior, daily living, safety and social skills. The Behavior interventionist is responsible for monitoring patient progress by completing daily data collection and clinical documentation.

Essential Duties Include The Following:

• Communicate BCI’s philosophy of positive behavioral practice, compassion and respect
• Follow all policies and protocols set forth in the BCI employee handbook
• Collect daily data as prescribed by your supervisor (BCBA)
• Complete clinical documentation to communicate with team members and insurance funders about progress on goals and any barriers
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records and documentation
• Implement the strategies outlined in the patient’s behavior intervention plan
• Timely communication with your supervisor about the child you are working with, especially if there are any concerns
• Direct the child’s caregivers and circle of support to your supervisor (BCBA) for any questions pertaining to the child’s goals being addressed, progress being made, strategies to employ
• Maintain professional boundaries with the child, family and circle of support per the BACB Professional and ethical Code of Conduct
• All other duties as assigned by Supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• Authorization to work in the United States 
• 18+ years of age
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Pre-employment professional reference & criminal background check clearance
• Reliable transportation 
• Complete CPR or BLS certification within 30 days of employment
• Ability to obtain RBT credential through BACB within required timeframe
• Minimum of 1 years’ experience working with children, adolescents, and/or adults with special needs (preferred, but not required) 

Physical Requirements 

• Ability to run, walk, sit, stand (general mobility)
• Use hands, reach with arms and lift or move up to 50lbs as needed
• Vision requirement for close, distance and peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus 
• Vocalizations required for verbal behavior training 
• Full auditory functioning required 
• Employee may be required to intervene in physically demanding behavioral interventions with physically aggressive clients 

Part-time Benefits

• Paid Sick Time 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Complimentary Counseling For Employees & Family Members
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Accident Coverage

Mandatory Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Training & Registration Process. Information on the RBT credential can be found at  

Candidates selected for employment must complete a pre-employment training program (6 weeks) to help them obtain their RBT credential needed to work in this position, unless candidates already have their RBT credential. 

The pre-employment training is comprised of:

• 40 Hour online BACB approved coursework for the RBT credential (4 weeks) 
• 10 Hour attendance of virtual online Skills Clinics (2 weeks) 

After hire you will begin working with a client while you complete your formal skills competency checklist and take your RBT Exam within 60 days of working with clients, RBT exam is provided at Pearson Professional Testing Center near you. 

Behavior Change Institute is an approved RBT training center 

Go to behaviorchangeinstitute.com or call/text Kristy at (575)415-4824 to learn more

Information on the RBT credential can be found at  

Behavior Change Institute is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

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