Play-based RBT

The Language and Behavior Center is a boutique-style ABA company, owned by two BCBAs, aimed at providing a neurodiverse-affirming experience for our clients and staff. We're looking for part-time, play-based RBTs in the Venetia, PA area that can help make a difference for the children we serve!

Position Overview

The Play-based RBT position is a critical component of our treatment team at TLBC. Play-based RBTs provide engaging and educational services to children in their homes. A step above a typical caregiver, our play-based RBTs are trained in child development as well as positive-behavior systems. They understand the importance of developmentally appropriate and engaging play, as well as consistent structure and boundaries. The play-based RBT's role involves three primary components : Planning, Engagement, and Treatment.

Planning – TLBC RBTs are responsible for arriving at appointments with materials to keep clients engaged and stimulated for the duration of the appointment. This can include toys, books, games, arts & crafts, or other creative ideas. Prior to the scheduled session, the Play Expert consults with the child's supervising BCBA to determine the appropriate goals, materials, and activities for the day's session.

Specific job responsibilities include

• Review the child's individualized treatment plan and goals prior to session.
• Develop a plan for the appointment, to include creative materials and engaging activities.
• Consult with the supervising BCBA to ensure the appointment follows the designed schedule and addresses the child's individualized goals.
• Punctuality : TLBC Play Experts are expected to arrive a minimum of 5 minutes prior to the appointment's start time.

Engagement – TLBC RBTs are experts at playing , which means they keep the client engaged for the duration of the appointment. It is the responsibility of the play-based RBT to plan a fun and engaging session. This can involve toys the RBT brings or use of the client's own toys and activities. Play-based RBTs are also responsible for collecting data and submitting a comprehensive session note at the end of each appointment.

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Treatment – TLBC Play-based RBTs are responsible for implementing the child's individual treatment goals throughout the session. Specified targets are embedded in play and seamlessly incorporated into fun and engaging activities. Play-based RBTs collect data on all specified targets and provide a comprehensive, narrative report at the end of each session.

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About The Language and Behavior Center :

We provide family-focused therapeutic services to children age 0-12 years old. With a focus on play-based learning, TLBC believes that language and skill development should be a positive experience for both the child and the family.

Why Work at TLBC?

Local Caseloads : Play Experts are assigned to clients near where they live, which means less time spent in the car and more time spent with clients.

Social Environment : We have frequent staff get-togethers, clinic meetings, mentorship meetings, and a central office with coffee and snacks always stocked.

Technology : TLBC uses electronic data collection. BCBAs are able to make immediate changes to programs and see progress in real-time, which means Play Experts are always running up-to-date programs

Structure for personal growth : Play Experts are provided with a clear pathway to grow at TLBC. Within one-month of employment, and contingent on positive performance evaluations, Play Experts are offered the opportunity to obtain a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification. TLBC also supports our staff's individual interests and provides opportunities to pursue these interests at TLBC.

Focus on Staff : The happiness of our staff is essential to the quality of service that TLBC provides. TLBC is constantly evolving to ensure our staff's happiness through an extensive benefits package, supportive mentors and supervisors, and frequent opportunities for promotions and raises.

What makes you a great fit for TLBC :

Benefits

The RBT position is a W-2 position with the following benefits for full-time employees :

For more information about our company or our staff, check out our website at www.tl-bc.com