Senior RBT​/Registered Behavior Technician

Overview

Verbal Beginnings is a premier provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children with autism. The Therapy Room Supervisors at Verbal Beginnings Centers play a dual role—providing direct therapeutic services to clients and leading a team of technicians. Responsibilities include supervising and mentoring staff, overseeing classroom safety and culture, assigning duties, and supporting the effectiveness of therapy. This is a senior RBT position which requires both clinical expertise and the ability to foster a collaborative and supportive learning environment for both clients and team members.

• Supportive, fun and rewarding atmosphere for our staff
• Extensive training and support to help you become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
• Student loan assistance to become a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), as well as free supervision hours
• Collaborative environment that promotes professional growth and learning

• Location:
  
  This position is based in our ABA centers
• Schedule:
  
  Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday. Shifts are 7:30am-4:00pm and 8:30am - 5:00pm. Candidates must be available to work either shift.
• Compensation: $24.00 per hour

• Comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision Plans
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays - 27 Days Off Per Year!
• Professionally-Managed 401(K) Plan
• Comprehensive Wellness Program

• Ensure the clients and staff are safe and in a positive environment at all times.
• Provide direct therapy for clients in the therapy room.
• Lead or assist with leading group instruction on a daily basis.
• Timely and accurate completion of assigned administrative duties, which include but are not limited to: supporting material development, assisting in ongoing training programs, and converting sessions in the company’s EMR.
• Participate in team meetings and training workshops.
• Ensure preparedness for sessions which includes having the proper therapeutic program materials, a positive attitude, and a meaningful understanding of the programs to be run for the day.
• Assist with training ABATs/JTs/LTs on client management when needed
• Act as a mentor to other technicians.
• Maintain a clean and organized working environment.
• Follows the policies and procedures of Verbal Beginnings, LLC.
• Direct employees in their performance of work.
• Assign duties and tasks to employees.
• Make hiring decisions where required.

• Supervise and direct daily activities of ABATs/JTs/LTs in the assigned therapy room, ensuring adherence to treatment plans, session integrity, professionalism, and supporting them in mastering their clinical competencies.
• The ST may recommend DA of technicians on their team and may participate in DA meetings with the Operations Coordinator.
• Exercise supervisory responsibilities in the hiring process, including conducting interviews, assessing candidate fit, and making or recommending final hiring decisions after consulting with other leadership roles in the center.

Educational Requirements

• Required:
  
  High School Diploma required
• Preferred:
  Bachelor's Degree in related field: health care or core sciences or Enrolled in ABA Master's program, participating in VBA

Experience Requirements

• More than 1 year of experience providing ABA services full time
• RBT certification in good standing
• Preferred: 2+ years of experience providing ABA services full time

Other Qualifications

• Previous experience with or knowledge of individuals with ASD and ABA therapy
• BLS/CPR Certification including pediatric BLS/CPR is required (must obtain prior to or shortly after hire).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Commitment to growth and development in the ABA field.

• Regularly required to perform activities such as reaching, grasping, walking briskly or running, sitting on the floor, kneeling, crouching, ascending and descending stairs, and transitioning quickly between standing, sitting, This part should be replaced with the correct content; see the previous list for guidance.
• Ability to interact effectively by speaking clearly, using age-appropriate language, and observing and maintaining attention…