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Job Description

Job Title: Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Department: Crisis Support Services

Reports To: BCBA/Director of Clinical and Crisis Support Services

SUMMARY

The primary function of the Registered Behavior Technician is to provide behavioral intervention services to individuals from the Autism Spectrum Disorder Crisis Support Homes (ASD CSH). A Behavior Technician is responsible for implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs as directed by the BCBA including implementation of a crisis plan developed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) addressing communication, behavior, feeding, ADLs, social skills, etc in accordance with the policies of Georgia Community Support and Solutions, Inc (GCSS) dbd InCommunity and the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. The RBT will also monitor the progress of the crisis plan and work closely with the BCBA to update the plan as necessary. The RBT services are provided in a three bed short term crisis home for children with autism spectrum disorders, in a family home or other community location. Children and Adolescents being served will have a diagnosis of I/DD and co-occurring psychiatric symptoms. RBTs will be expected to work closely with an interdisciplinary team (LCSW, Psychiatrist, Psychologist, etc), related service providers, families and other agencies as appropriate.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide behavioral supports to children and adolescents in the Autism Spectrum Disorders Crisis Support Homes (ASD-CSH)
• Implement individualized crisis plans developed by BCBAs
• Collect data to monitor progress and effectiveness of the plan, as guided by the BCBA
• Provide regular written and verbal progress updates on the treatment goals
• Complete daily behavior documentation and tracking
• Support the BCBA with training families on implementing individualized treatment plans
• Participate in team meetings and training workshops
• Ensure that the client is in a safe and productive environment at all times
• Directly observe the individual served in all relevant settings.
• Maintain hyper-vigilance during shifts in order to provide redirection and other behavioral interventions to individuals in crisis
• Demonstrate and perform as an effective adult model for people we support
• Adhere to assigned schedule and report for duty for the hours assigned
• Implement planned activity schedule to include structured activities, menu and appointments
• Maintain supervision of the people we support unless it is stated in the plan of care. This includes if the relief staff is tardy or absent
• Communicate professionally and act respectfully with people we serve, support, their families, service providers, service monitors, coordinators and GCSS employees
• Assist with coordinating medical and dental appointments for individuals in the home, such as transportation etc.
• Notify supervisor of incidents within 24 hours of occurrence
• Complete incident reports and submit to administrative office as required
• Adhere to agency policies concerning confidentiality of consumer information
• Adhere to agency documentation standards for participant and provider records
• If applicable, monitor the vehicles assigned to the homes i.e., cleanliness, good repair, etc.
• Participate in staff meetings of crisis home staff
• Participate in professional growth activities such as conferences, classes, team meetings and program visitations
• Accept all other responsibilities and duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Certification by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
• A minimum of at least two(2) years experience serving individuals with developmental disabilities.
• A minimum of three years recent experience working with individuals who have autism spectrum disorders and their families

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Current RBT certification; Valid Georgia Drivers license and auto insurance