PROGRAM HOURS: Specific to the Assigned Region or Region(s) Needs
POSITION REPORTS TO: Regional Program Director
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: None
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
AtA Bright Future, Inc.we strive each day to ensure that our company's goals, values,and beliefs is to provide top notch service to our clients as well as our employees. We believe that everyone should be treated with respect.We provide consistent leadership andon-the-job training to assist our employees with personal and career growth and development. We also encourage all managers and supervisors to involve employees at all levelsin creative problem-solving methods. We have found that thisinteraction and discussion and encourages ideas to improve the workplace and increases productivity. A Bright Future, Inc. delivers competitive andoutstanding service to our participants and partner with vendors align with our Company's goals and values. We all share a "Let's find the solution!"team attitude to ensure continued growth and prosperity.
DEFINITION:
An RBT – Registered Behavioral Technician; is a specialized Behavior Therapist who provides direct in-home services to individuals diagnosed with Autism and related developmental disabilities (under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).) An RBT Technician provides necessary instruction to participants as well as to assist them with maintaining their independence and safety in the community.
Job Description:
An RBT – Registered Behavioral Technician is expected to implement behavior intervention plans and conduct preference assessments and skill building activities. Behavior Support Specialists collect data and maintain client records in accordance with the specified behavior intervention plan and skill acquisition goals as defined per client. A Behavior Support Specialist can make a difference in their client’s lives for the better!
Our clients are diagnosed with a developmental disability and may also have an AXIS I mental health diagnosis and/or a restricted health care condition. Symptoms may include auditor and/or visual hallucinations, paranoia, anxiety attacks, low self-esteem, hyperactivity, poor coping skills, and/or independent living skills. Behaviors may include but are not limited to the following: self-injury, property destruction, tantrums, suicide threat or attempts, physical and/or verbal aggression, attention seeking, fire setting, unauthorized absence, and inappropriate sexual behaviors. Persons with a mental health diagnosis may also have histories of abuse, neglect, substance abuse, and abandonment and be unable to manage in their current settings
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Completed Bachelor's degreeprogram with a preference in Psychology, Child Development, Communication Disorders, Education or related field ON YOUR RESUME
Experience: 3+ year's experience implementing behavior interventionservices with individuals with special needs ON YOUR RESUME WITH DATES
2+ year's experienceworking withSEVERELY CHALLENGING BEHAVIORSand implementation of related intervention strategies ON YOUR RESUME WITH DATES
Must pass a criminal background check (FBI/DOJ clearance)
Minimum of two years’ experience working with intellectually disabled adults, prefer ILS experience, or special education teaching experience
An appropriate combination of experience and education may be substituted for some part of the qualifications
Some evidence of competency in training areas we teach
Requirements:
Must be at least 18 years of age
A high-level of energy and a passion for working with a diverse population adults
Reliable means of transportation, valid CA driver's license, registration, and proof of auto insurance
Complete company paid training and RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) certification
CPR and First Aid training, or willingness to be trained within 3 days of employment
TB clearance within 3 days of employment
Department of Justice fingerprint clearance (prior to employment)
IHSS provider certification in the county(s) of placement within 30 days of employment
Prefer behavioral training, knowledge of Regional Center System servicing developmentally disabled
Referrals from previous employment necessary
Willingness to update any and all personnel certifications, clearances, and reports as required by agency policy or licensing/Regional Center Requirements
Must have a negative Pre-Employment Drug screen
PRIMARY DUTIES:
Interaction/Organizational/Social Skills:
Provide 1:1 play-based instruction to clients using techniques from the field of ABA
Travel to client's location to provide services
Attend training's and meetings as requested
Implement behavior intervention plans and conduct preference assessments and skill building activities
Collect data and maintain client records in accordance with the specified behavior intervention plan and skill acquisition goals as defined per client
Implement program curricula
Directly deliver individual and group learning experiences to assist each participant served in obtaining his/her IPP objective for which A Bright Future is responsible
Maintain data regarding participant progress
Participate in participant assessment, planning and evaluation processes
Prepare teaching material for Independent Living Skills Training and Support Service sessions
Schedule participant session time and programming according to their Individual Service Plan and the Training domains
See Individual participants in their home to train, teach and provide support in: money management, nutrition, cooking, comparison shopping, emergency procedures, community education, medical procedures, counseling and crisis intervention, and housing
Provided training in rations determined by current vendors, and in accordance with the least restrictive environment philosophy (1:1 staff; client ratio, unless otherwise specified)
Coordinate participant training programs with other programs with which they are involved
Report suspected abuse immediately to supervisor, case manager and other appropriate agencies as instructed. Complete special incident report within 24 hours
Keep participant files up to date at the home of the participant
Assist participant in coordinating with other programs, services and benefit systems, such as Social Security, AFDC, WIC, Food Stamps, counseling, Planned Parenthood, etc
Understand and convey, in your interactions with your participants and other agencies, the participant-centered philosophy of A Bright Future
Attend monthly staff meetings, and monthly individual meetings with supervisor
Must be able to relate positively to individuals, their families/conservators, neighbors, Regional Center representatives and other community members
Must be mature and emotionally stable
Must possess the belief and attitude that all people with developmental disabilities can be served in their communities
Must be capable of using language that portrays people with developmental disabilities in a way other than the typical medical model
Must possess the belief that a developmental disability is not an illness
Must be emotionally capable of examining one’s self and one’s own issues with power and control when supporting and acting in the service of other people
Must be able to exercise good judgment and initiative in working for people
Must be punctual and have a good attendance record
Must have the ability to communicate verbally and in writing to supervisors and other team members
Must be able to effectively organize a variety of work tasks for self and complete these in priority order
Must wear clothing that is appropriate to the occasion and that is not excessively revealing as determined by a board of the employee’s peers and customers
Must have own transportation, valid California driver’s license and insurable driving record and satisfy the minimum State requirement regarding auto insurance
SECONDARY/OTHER DUTIES:
Provide advice, guidance and support to individuals regarding personal issues and life choices
Act as an advocate for people served
Act as liaison/consultant to individual’s team
Attend Individual Program Plan (annual) and Quarterly meetings
Attend Circle of Support team meetings
Assure that data collection and daily documentation is completed
Assure that the human and civil rights of persons served are being respected at all times
Communicate with day program services as necessary in a polite friendly manner
Assist people to prepare or directly prepare meals and snacks as desired by the individual on a time schedule determined by the individual
Document progress towards ISP/IPP goals, behaviors, medical conditions and any other pertinent information that needs to be shared between the Circle of Support
Responsible to obtain required training and to assure that training is kept current to assure continued employment
Attend training and conferences as requested to assure that Live Scan/DOJ, A Bright Future Inc. acts as leader in the field
Attend all Regional Center audits as requested to assure that auditors understand implementation of programs
Adhere to Injury & Illness Prevention Program
Assume responsibility for all other duties as assigned by The Regional Director
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have the ability to effectively implement First Aid/CPR
Must have the ability to work on multiple assignments at one time
Must be capable of pushing, pulling and lifting up to 50 lbs.
What we offer:
Paid comprehensive initial and ongoing training program of 40 hours consisting of classroom training, online training and job shadowing/observation
Paid Sick/Leave Time
Annual performance reviews with potential wage increases
Opportunities for career advancement
Medical, Dental, Vision, and life insurance for qualifying full-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week or more
Comprehensive training including in-field observations, coaching, and ongoing monthly trainings
Excellent opportunities for professional growth and competitive pay
Mileage reimbursement and paid drive time
Paid time off
Regular social events, sporting events and company-sponsored volunteer activities
(BCBA supervision and reimbursement for those pursuing BCBA graduate coursework.)
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