Lighthouse Therapy Center of Fort Worth - RBT/Behavior Technician
Come join us on our journey to help those riding the waves of autism!
Lighthouse Therapy Center of Fort Worth is seeking individuals with a passion for helping others in the autism community! This role consists of providing in-center, in-home, and/or in-community Applied Behavior Analysis therapy (ABA) to individuals with autism. This is for a full-time or part-time role.
Applicants must have an active Registered Behavior Technician certification or must be willing to complete 40 hours of training to attain their RBT certification within the first 90 days of employment.
Roles are available in-center in West Fort Worth and in-home in the greater Fort Worth area.
Shifts from 8am-4pm, 9am-5pm, or 10am-6pm
Therapists will assist in the implementation of behavior treatment plans utilizing 1:1 applied behavior analysis principles in the home, clinic, and community settings. Staff is responsible for, but not limited to, implementing behavior prevention/intervention plans, collecting daily acquisition and behavior data, assisting in the development of program materials, taking client specific information through practice management software, and attending and participating in team meetings.
Responsibilities:
- Utilize ABA strategies to provide 1:1 care to clients
- Use appropriate clinical procedures based on each client’s treatment plan
- Follow all components of behavior intervention plans in order to properly assist with reduction of challenging behavior
- Implement the changes and adaptations to treatment plans and behavior intervention plans set forth by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
- Collect ongoing data on client’s performance throughout sessions
- Write objective summaries including, but not limited to: targets, progress, caregiver participation and areas of need in daily therapy notes
- Effectively communicate with families regarding their child’s progress with guidance from their clinician supervisor/BCBA
- Attend and participate in team meetings for each client with BCBA, parents, and additional team members
- Collaborate with educators and other outside support staff in accordance with guidance from their clinical supervisor/BCBA
- Assist in ongoing parent and caretaker trainings
- Maintain and acquire continued technical knowledge through attendance in trainings
Qualifications
Required:
- Ability to work in a center-based environment, client's home, or community environment
- Experience with or desire to learn more about Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
- Experience working with children or individuals with disabilities is preferred
- Experience working with individuals with challenging behaviors is preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent time management skills
- Strong learning skills & ability to learn remotely if necessary
- Registered Behavior Technician certification (RBT) or ability to obtain within the first 180 days of employment. Company will cover the cost of the certification and will provide training
- Access to a motor vehicle/transportation
The following training/certificates must be obtained prior to employment:
- Criminal background check
- CPR/First Aid (company will pay to complete)
Preferred but not required:
- Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 48 credit hours towards a bachelor’s degree in education, psychology, health care, or related field
- Registered Behavior Technician Certification
Clinical Skills and Procedures:
- Ability to implement ABA procedures, receive and apply constructive feedback, and respond according to set protocols
- Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA laws and regulations
- Commitment to professional actions and cultural competence
- Be able to run short distances, sit on the floor, bend down, squat and kneel
- Must have access to own vehicles for transportation to client homes or other locations throughout area of service delivery
Benefits:
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Competitive hourly or salary rate based on your experience and qualification
- Paid vacation and sick days for full time employees (30 hours)
- Technology equipment (tablets, computers) provided for sessions
Job Type:
Part-time/Full-time positions available
Schedule:
Work Location:
- Lighthouse Therapy Center - 6421 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth, Texas 76116
- Client’s homes in greater Fort Worth area
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Patient demographics:
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- Clinic
- In-home
- In-person
- School
Work Location: In person