Site Behavior Support Technician - Joplin at Pediatrics Plus · Joplin

Are you a compassionate and enthusiastic person looking to positively impact the lives of children diagnosed with special needs? At Pediatrics Plus you can do just that! We are currently seeking a Site Behavior Support Technician to join our team of highly qualified professionals that share our vision of Empowering Children to Conquer their World! Pediatrics Plus is a highly collaborative pediatric healthcare provider. We are committed to helping children succeed in all stages of life through evidence-based therapy (Applied Behavior Analysis, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech Therapy) and developmental preschool services, state of the art facilities, specialized equipment, family support and education, and community investment.

Why you’ll love working at Pediatrics Plus:

• Competitive Pay Compensation
• Paid Time Off, Benefits, and 401K
• Training & Development
• Personal Growth & Leadership Opportunities
• Supportive & Interdisciplinary Work Environment

What you will do:

The Site Behavior Support Technician is an RBT-certified paraprofessional that provides enhanced on-site behavioral expertise and operational support for Pediatrics Plus ABA programs utilizing a telehealth BCBA service delivery model. The Site Behavior Support Technician bridges the gap between RBT-level service delivery and BCBA clinical oversight by serving as the primary on-site behavioral resource, acting as a liaison between telehealth BCBAs and on-site RBT teams, and providing immediate responsiveness to clinical situations that arise during service delivery. All clinical decision-making authority remains with the supervising BCBA; the Site Behavior Support Technician does not replace BCBA clinical responsibility or supervision requirements.

Direct ABA Service Delivery

• Implement behavior intervention plans under the close, ongoing supervision of the BCBA.
• Collect and record behavioral data accurately and in a timely manner.
• Follow treatment protocols and procedures as directed by the supervising BCBA.
• Maintain all standard RBT responsibilities and ethical obligations in accordance with the BACB Ethics Code.
• Store all session notes, data, graphs, and documentation in the designated software system (deTASO) in compliance with HIPAA.

Enhanced On-Site Clinical Support

• Serve as the primary on-site behavioral resource and first point of contact for urgent clinical matters when the BCBA is not immediately available.
• Respond to immediate behavioral situations or crises requiring real-time, in-person intervention.
• Provide real-time consultation to RBTs during challenging client behaviors.
• Model appropriate intervention techniques and behavior management strategies.
• Conduct safety assessments and implements emergency protocols as needed.

RBT Team Support and Mentorship

• Provide on-the-job coaching, modeling, and immediate feedback to RBTs to support implementation fidelity.
• Assist with RBT onboarding and training as directed.
• Answer procedural and protocol questions and facilitates peer learning and skill development among RBTs.
  • Note: The Site Behavior Support Technician does not conduct formal RBT supervision for certification purposes. All RBT certification supervision must be provided by a qualified BCBA.

Telehealth BCBA Service Facilitation

• Set up technology and ensures connectivity for telehealth sessions.
• Coordinate schedules and logistics for remote supervision sessions.
• Serve as on-site facilitator during telehealth observations and meetings.
• Troubleshoot technical issues during remote sessions and provides environmental support to enable effective telehealth delivery.

Site Operations Support

• Serve as the liaison between the telehealth BCBA and the on-site team, communicating urgent clinical updates as needed.
• Coordinate material preparation and session setup.
• Assist with data collection and documentation workflows.
• Support continuity of care during BCBA transitions or absences.
• Track time in deTASO as meeting logs, billed RBT sessions, or a combination of both.

Scope Limitations – The Site Behavior Support Techinician May NOT:

• Make independent clinical decisions or modify treatment plans without BCBA approval.
• Conduct assessments or develop behavior intervention plans.
• Provide formal RBT supervision for certification purposes.
• Override BCBA directives or clinical decisions.

What you have:

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide variety of people, including RBTs, BCBAs, clinic leaders, and families.
• Demonstrated competency in ABA intervention techniques and behavior management strategies.
• Ability to remain calm and respond effectively in urgent or crisis behavioral situations.
• Must be able to work with children birth to age 21 and families, including those at risk.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy in data collection and documentation.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy, dynamic clinic environment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as behavior intervention plans, safety protocols, and company policies.
• Proficiency or willingness to learn telehealth platforms and clinic software (deTASO, Microsoft Office 365).
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Reports for work dressed appropriately and complies with company policies regarding dress code.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current, active RBT certification, required.
• Certification must be maintained with no lapses in credentials.
• Minimum of 6 months of experience as an RBT, required; 12 or more months, preferred.

Annual Requirements:

• Pass the RBT competency assessment conducted by supervising BCBA.
• Complete annual renewal through BACB.
• Receive ongoing supervision and comply with BACB’s ethics requirements.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required to accurately communicate information and ideas so others will understand through sight and hearing. The team member is regularly required to move including walking, running, jumping, and sitting. The team member is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, lift, reach, and feel. The team member is frequently required to stand and stoop, twist, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The team member must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include near and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. If the team member is working at a Farm location, they must be comfortable around standard farm animals, including minimal allergies to touching, smelling, feeding, and engaging with animals.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Compensation: Starts at $17.00 per hour

Full Time

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