Are you a person who enjoys helping others? Are you currently seeking fulfillment in your professional life?

Hope Services is Silicon Valley’s leading provider of services to people with developmental disabilities and mental health needs. We seek candidates who share our inspirations & aspirations. Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging at all levels..

 

 

 

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) plays a specialized and highly skilled role within Hope Services’ clinical framework, working directly with a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The RBT is responsible for implementing individualized behavior intervention plans for clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) who exhibit complex and often severe behavioral challenges. This role requires a deep understanding of applied behavior analysis (ABA), strong observational and data collection skills, and the capacity to navigate emotionally intense and physically demanding situations with professionalism and therapeutic intent. The RBT is integral to achieving measurable improvements in clients’ quality of life through consistent, ethical, and client-centered behavioral interventions.

 

 

-Execute behavior intervention plans (BIPs) with precision and fidelity as directed

by a BCBA, incorporating real-time adaptations based on behavioral

responses.

-Provide intensive 1:1 support to individuals exhibiting challenging behaviors

such as aggression, self-injury, property destruction, or elopement, utilizing

proactive and reactive strategies rooted in ABA principles.

-Implement structured skill acquisition programs designed to build daily living

skills, emotional regulation, communication, and functional independence.

-Conduct and document daily therapeutic sessions, accurately recording

behavior data, antecedents, consequences, and client responses to

interventions.

-Maintain meticulous and objective data records used for ongoing assessment,

program modification, and interdisciplinary decision-making.

-Identify behavioral patterns, inconsistencies, or emergent issues based on

graphed data and collaborate in team discussions to address them.

-Administer preference assessments and contribute to functional behavior

assessments (FBAs) through structured observation and data sharing.

-Apply approved crisis prevention and intervention techniques (e.g., CPI or

PRO-ACT) to de-escalate unsafe situations while maintaining client dignity

and safety.

-Demonstrate sound judgment and composure in high-stress incidents, using

therapeutic rapport and established protocols to support behavioral recovery.

-Participate actively in clinical supervision, interdisciplinary meetings, family

training sessions, and behavior plan review discussions.

-Support seamless coordination of services by communicating client needs and

progress clearly with family members, coworkers, and other professionals

involved in care.

-Engage in regular training to maintain RBT certification and stay current on best

practices in ABA and trauma-informed care.

-Uphold ethical standards outlined by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board

(BACB), including maintaining professional boundaries and client

confidentiality.

-Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Associate’s degree and current certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).

Minimum of two years’ experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), or a combination of education and experience deemed equivalent.

-Deep understanding of ABA terminology, reinforcement systems, and data-driven intervention models.

-Proven ability to work effectively in community-based environments with diverse

clients and behavioral profiles.

-Ability to interpret BIPs and translate technical guidance into compassionate,

real-world support.

-Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and data collection software used in ABA

practice.

-Strong organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability

to manage emotional demands of the job and demonstrate resilience and

empathy.

-Skilled in maintaining accurate documentation, safeguarding confidential

information, and responding appropriately in emergencies.

 

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Do you have what it takes to make a difference? Inspire and be inspired! Hope Services takes immense pride in maximizing our employee engagement. Will you join us??

Visit www.hopeservices.org to find out more about us and the people we serve.