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Benchmark Human Services lists this Registered Behavior Technician, RBT opportunity in dover, Delaware. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Description
Since 1960, Benchmark has been connecting people and potential. We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. This mission extends to our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of our employees. We believe we are stronger, better, and more effective in our pursuits when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.
Benchmark Human Services has grown to become one of the most respected leaders in the country in the areas of intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and behavioral health. We work with people of all ages at home, at work, and in the community through residential programs, employment services, crisis response, early intervention, and more. View our 65 Years of Stories campaign to learn more about the impact Benchmark employees have made across the country. Our growing Dover, DE program is looking for Registered Behavior Technicians, RBT!
The RBT will work as a Direct Support Professional (DSP). Their knowledge and expertise as an RBT provide the ability to have a stronger grasp of positive behavior supports, data collection and the ability to implement the Behavior Support Plan. They are responsible to train and teach their co-workers and model the basics of working with individuals with challenging behaviors.
BENEFITS:
Competitive salary
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
401k Plan with company match
Profit sharing
Company paid life insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off/Sick time
Perks Access discount program
Voluntary benefits including disability and short term disability
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
DSP Duties:
Participate proactively as part of an interdisciplinary team in the development and implementation of each individual's Individual Plan (IP) to achieve identified outcomes.
Ensure the individual's health and safety while pursuing community opportunities and at home.
Assist the individual to acquire, retain or improve skills as identified in the person's IP.
Assist the person served with daily living skills, including but not limited to personal care and household tasks (meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, etc.).
Maintain a clean and orderly environment for individual.
Practice/participate in safety drills as scheduled.
Assist the individual in accessing community resources, shopping, and recreational activities.
Administer medications and follow physicians' orders concerning medications and treatments.
Assist the nurse in meeting the individual's healthcare needs.
Monitor the general well-being of individual and follow supervisor/nurse instructions, including all healthcare appointments.
Communicate to nurse and supervisor health issues and concerns as they arise.
Provide communication to supervisor(s) regarding individuals receiving services, as applicable to each individual.
Comply with and implement all protocols for individuals including, but not limited to: high risk plans, dining plans, seizure management plans, positioning schedules, etc. (as applicable to each individual).
Follow food management policies and assist individuals in preparing nutritious meals according to their dining plan.
Complete proper documentation relating to the individual's healthcare, including MARs, doctor visit forms, healthcare notes, etc.
Complete all required programmatic documentation accurately and on time, including but not limited to daily documentation, injury/illness reports, IP data sheets, notable occurrences, etc.
Communicate all reportable incidents to supervisor immediately.
Provide receipts to supervisor for individual expenditures, use of petty cash, etc. as applicable.
Maintain employment-required documentation (current auto insurance, driver's license), certification (i.e., First Aid, CPR, Medication Administration (MTTP), Behavioral Principles and Strategies, etc.) and training (OSHA, Abuse & Neglect, etc.) as required to comply with federal, state and program requirements and standards.
Must pass and be proficient in the techniques taught in the Mandt System.
Safely transport individuals served as required.
Plan and participate directly in age-appropriate recreational, therapeutic and training activities of the persons served.
Meet individual service/billable time goals.
Comply with behavior support policies and procedures and implement approved Behavior Plan (BP).
Provide positive behavior supports according to individual BP's and respond to emergency situations as trained.
RBT Duties:
Assist agency staff with development, implementation, and monitoring of Behavior Support Plans (BSP), including coaching on data collection and fidelity checks.
Work with DSPs and their supervisors to ensure all materials/supplies needed for implementation of behavior plans are available.
Model positive behavioral supports and respond to emergency situations as trained.
Complete Functional Behavioral Assessment Interviews and/or Observations, as assigned by BCBA or Director.
Provide crisis de-escalation support to teams as required.
Other Expectations:
Complete all documentation as expected in a timely manner.
Attend all agency, departmental, and client-specific meetings as directed.
Report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation to supervisor or department head.
Comply with all standards to assure the health, safety, and confidentiality of all individuals.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Be at least 18 years of age;
High School Diploma or GED
Successfully complete a criminal background registry check at time of application;
Experience working with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities;
Have Current RBT Certification
Interested applicants can apply online at benchmarkhs.com.
EEO and Affirmative Action Employer, Veterans, Women and Individuals with Disabilities are Encouraged to Apply
Candidates selected for hire will be required to complete a background check in accordance with company policy and applicable laws.
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