About this opportunity
LEARN lists this Registered Behavior Technician - The Friendship School - 2026-2027 School Year opportunity in old lyme, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
LEARN, Southeastern Connecticut's Regional Educational Service Center, invites candidates to apply for a Registered Behavior Technician opening at The Friendship School in Waterford, Connecticut for the school year.
General Scope Of Responsibilities
To provide appropriate school-based services to students enrolled in programs and schools LEARN operates or provides contractual services.
Relationship within the Organization
This person is directly responsible to the BCBA/BCABA and works closely with the Behavior Coordinator and Student Support Services Administration.
Responsibilities
Prepare instructional setting and materials for student programs.
Supervise and assist students in all settings specified on their educational plan.
Implement all strategies utilized in the overall curriculum plan, as based on the IEP, related to inclusion as appropriate, individual work in a school setting, including collecting and monitoring data, interpreting the data in conjunction with LEARN staff, and modifying the program as needed for each child.
Collaborate on all aspects of the student's program with inclusion setting and LEARN staff when appropriate.
Maintain accurate records, including data collection and session notes.
Demonstrate/Model program interventions to inclusion setting staff and assist in their training as needed.
Apply feedback and training on ABA job performance given by the lead BCBA or BCaBA.
Establish as fully as possible a supportive relationship with the student(s) while maintaining the role as an authority figure.
Assist with student toileting, feeding and any other health responsibilities.
Pass competencies and utilize approved de-escalation and restraint procedures.
Lift up to 50 lbs. when necessary.
Utilize Program Change procedures including communication with teacher and BCBA regarding special information about individual students (as needed).
Implement behavior change programs as written in all areas of student need including educational and behavioral programs.
Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students/staff. Adheres to the BACB's RBT Ethics Code.
Be punctual and consistent in meeting daily time schedules throughout the school year.
Work effectively and cooperatively with other staff members/families.
Participate in professional development activities and demonstrate competencies related to training.
Attend team and staff meetings as appropriate.
Perform other duties as appropriately assigned by the Behavior Coordinator and Student Support Services Administration.
Experience, Knowledge, And Training
Education
RBT plus one of the following:
Paraprofessional certification
Associate's degree + Paraprofessional certification
Bachelor's degree
Certification
Current BACB Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification
Ability to maintain ongoing RBT certification in compliance with BACB Certification Maintenance Requirements
Experience
Preferred experience working with children with autism or emotional/behavioral challenges, as well as their families
Experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs preferred
Qualified applicants should apply online at (application can be found under the Student Support Services category). LEARN Regional Educational Service Center is an equal opportunity employer.
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Worksite address
old lyme, CT, 06371, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.