Behavior Technician - Registered - Per Diem - Somerset, NJReq #:45426

　　Category:Behavioral and Mental Health

　　Status:Per Diem

　　Shift:Day

　　Facility:Childrens Specialized Hosp

　　Department:Childrens Specialized Hosp

　　Location:

　　Intensive Pediatric Feeding Disorders Program, 888 Easton Avenue, Somerset, NJ 08873

　　Job Overview:

　　The Intensive Pediatric Feeding Disorders Program serves infants, children, and adolescents with moderate to severe feeding problems by developing individualized plans that meet the needs of each patient and family.Registered behavior technicians (RBTs) provide applied-behavior-analytic services for patients diagnosed with developmental disabilities, pediatric feeding disorders, or other behavioral diagnoses under the direction of a professional behavior analyst (e.g., board certified behavior analyst, licensed psychologist). RBTs assist with patient assessments and program implementation. RBTs assist with organizing and maintaining data-collection and statistical-analysis systems, research activities, and staff training.

　　Qualifications:

　　Required:

　　American Heart Association BLS Certification

　　High School Diploma

　　Preferred:

　　Experience working with patients or individuals diagnosed with developmental disabilities, pediatric feeding disorders, or other behavioral diagnoses in an educational, instructional, or therapeutic settingCertifications and Licenses Required:

　　American Heart Association BLS

　　Must complete RBT Competency Assessment of the BACB prior to or within 1 month of start date

　　Must pass RBT exam within 3 months of start date

　　Scheduling Requirements:

　　Per DiemEssential Functions:

　　Applied-Behavior-Analytic Services

　　Conduct sessions with patients using standard procedures under the direction of a professional behavior analyst

　　Provide suggestions of possible procedures and methods to a professional behavior analyst

　　Assist professional behavior analyst in implementing intake, assessment, treatment, and discharge procedures

　　Prepare initial drafts of session materials, session descriptions, and progress notes

　　Enter assessment and treatment data into spreadsheets and graph those data

　　Report the behavior and environment in observable and measurable terms to a professional behavior analyst and provide goal updates

　　Perform initial analysis of findings and present recommendations to a professional behavior analyst

　　Assist in the creation of data-collection protocols and systems

　　Assist with the development of skill-acquisition programs (e.g., increasing acceptance and consumption of healthy food and liquid, developmental feeding skills such as self-feeding or chewing, social and communication skills, curriculum-based developmental, social skills)

　　Assist with the development of behavior-reduction programs (e.g., extinction protocols to reduce inappropriate mealtime behavior, non-contingent reinforcement to reduce crying, functional communication training)

　　Assist in the training of caregivers (e.g., parents, school personnel)

　　Auxiliary Program Support

　　Assist in organization, cleanliness, and maintenance of department location, materials, and equipment

　　Assist clinical faculty and professional behavior analysts with various research activities

　　Working Environment:

　　RBTs may work with patients who vomit, or who engage in other forms of challenging behavior, such as aggression, self-injury, elopement, expulsion (spitting out food or liquid during treatment), or property destruction.

　　Physical Demands:

　　Must be able to move, lift, and carry patients and objects. Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients may involve independently lifting of up to fifty (50) pounds, as well as assisting with weights of more than one-hundred (100) pounds. Requires use of abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue. This position requires frequent movement, use of limbs, and good manual dexterity, coordination, and stamina. This position may also require extended periods of standing or sitting.

　　Benefits and Perks:

　　403b Retirement Plan

　　Discounts Through our Partners

　　NJ Devils

　　NJ Performing Arts Center

　　Verizon

　　And many more!

　　Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

　　RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while deliveringa best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

　　RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

　　RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer