JOIN OUR TEAM AS A REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN (RBT)!
Your Work Matters How will you make a difference?
Are you an empathetic and dedicated professional seeking to positively impact the mental well-being of individuals? Your opportunity awaits at Ridgeview Institute Monroe!
As a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), you'll be an integral part of our treatment team, providing continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling to patients across various age groups from adolescents to geriatrics. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you'll contribute to creating a therapeutic environment that fosters patient support and well-being.
If you are passionate about mental health care and ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, join us at Ridgeview Institute Monroe. Here you will be a crucial member of our dynamic and compassionate healthcare team, where your dedication as a Registered Behavior Technician (BHT) will positively impact the overall treatment experience for our diverse patient population.
- Implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and skill acquisition programs as directed by supervising clinician or BCBA.
- Provide one-to-one and group behavioral support to psychiatric patients.
- Collect accurate behavioral data in accordance with treatment plans and hospital standards.
- Document patient interactions, interventions, and outcomes in the electronic medical records (EMR) timely and accurately.
- Participate in crisis prevention and intervention procedures, including verbal de-escalation and approved physical interventions when required.
- Maintain constant awareness of patient safety risks including self-harm, aggression, or elopement behaviors.
- Follow all hospital safety, infection control, and restraints/seclusion protocols.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including psychiatrists, nurses, therapist, and case managers.
- Participate in treatment planning meetings as assigned.
- Maintain active RBT certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
- Complete required hospital competencies, training, and continuing education.
Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for:
Education
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Behavioral Health, Social Work, or related field preferred
Certification
- Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification required
- CPI, Handle With Care, or equivalent crisis intervention certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
- CPR/BLS certification required or obtained within orientation period
Experience
- Preferred experience in:
Inpatient psychiatric or behavioral health settings
Autism spectrum or behavioral therapy program
Your Care Matters What we provide for our team:
- 401(k) + matching
- Health insurance
- 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 100% company-paid short and long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- Employee engagement events
- Employee assistance program
- Employee recognition program
- Free parking
What sets us apart:
- Career & training development opportunities
- Dynamic and inclusive work environment
- Engaged management team dedicated to your success
- A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our northstar and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations
Disclaimer: Select benefits are available to full-time positions only. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Ridgeview Institute Monroe.
Compensation:
This is a full-time role and the expected compensation range is $19.00 - $23.00 hourly. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)!