An RBT is in charge of carrying out a behavioral health plan on a daily basis, which includes interviewing patients, performing follow-ups, and collecting data. They also communicate directly with BCBAs, individuals with Autism, and engage with family members.
Responsibilities Include:
- Follow behavioral health plans developed by a BCBA to provide beneficial and effective care.
- Participate in counseling and meeting sessions
- Answer questions from children and their families
- Assist children with day-to-day tasks
- Observe child behaviors to collect data
- Teach specific skills required for skill acquisition and maladaptive behavior reduction
- Nurture a child’s social abilities
- Inform parents and other caregivers about behavioral intervention findings
To Become an RBT, All Applicants Must:
- Be at least 18 years old to participate
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent
- Complete 40 hours of training under the supervision of a BCBA, BCaBA, or BCBA-D
- Undergo a background check within 180 days of completing the RBT certification application
- Complete and pass the RBT Competency Assessment, which involves an assessor watching and rating an applicant’s performance on RBT exercises (in person, live via the internet, or through recorded videos)
- Pass the RBT exam, which consists of 75 multiple-choice questions that measure an applicant’s understanding of the RBT Task List
- Follow the RBT Ethics Code
Paid Training and Certification through SPARK Community
To apply for this job please visit www.sparkark.org.