Float, Registered Behavior Technician

Position Summary:

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Float is responsible for the direct implementation of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programming with clients at Westside Children’s Therapy, under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Providing predominantly play-based therapy, the RBT will support Westside clients in the development of a wide variety of skills. The RBT Float will support their assigned region with last-minute schedule changes that come in during the morning (staff outages, patient cancellations). The RBT Float will be responsible for communicating all scheduling changes as directed by the Clinic ABA Director and will be assigned direct sessions based on staffing needs and clinical expertise.

Essential Functions:

• Provide supplemental and temporary support to ABA clinical teams within an assigned region
• Coordinate with Clinic ABA Directors to determine which site needs the most coverage support
• Provide direct therapy coverage for clinics in region that need assistance 
• Implement direct therapy services for assigned clients and caseload, following programming written by BCBA
• Engage with BCBA during regular supervision sessions to ask questions and receive feedback
• Collect and record data on patients’ behavior
• Complete and submit required documentation (e.g., SOAP notes) in a timely manner, aligned with Westside's policies and procedures 
• Develop strong relationships with the children on assigned caseload and strive to make every session a fun experience
• Participate in weekly team meetings with home clinic’s ABA team

Required Education, Experience and Credentials:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Reliable  transportation for travel between clinics
• One year of experience as an RBT at Westside or two years of experience in a RBT or similar role elsewhere
• Experience working with individuals with special needs
• Active RBT certification required at time of hire

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to adapt to frequent changes and competing demands 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Competence with a variety of computer applications
• Comfortable persona to better develop relationships with children and their families 

Personal Attributes:

• Collaborative spirit and willingness to work as a team
• Passion for working with children with special needs 
• Patient with the ability to redirect clients frequently and compassionately 
• Accountable for personal behavior and performance
• Receptive to feedback with a commitment to personal and professional development
• Honest and transparent communicator

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

• Ability to learn and implement de-escalation skills for client sessions
• Ability to lift or carry 30 lbs