We are hiring for Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT)

We are looking for positive, caring and compassionate RBT's To assist individuals in gaining access to community services, developing social skills and networks and creating a path to a more self-directed life. Behavioral Support Professional may provide support to individuals in a residence, a recreational setting or in the community at large. The support may include personal hygiene, light housekeeping, shopping, meal preparation, medical appointments, medication administration, transportation or social and recreational assistance. For individuals with significant behavioral challenges, the Behavioral Support Professional assists in the provision of 24/7 support to clients served by the Behavioral Support Services department in a behavioral respite residence.

Benefits

• Excellent Pay
• Flexible Scheduling
• Free Continuing Education
• 24/ Office Support
• Remote Interview Process
• Weekly Pay

Essential Functions:

• Assists individual(s) to meet his or her physical (e.g., health, grooming, toileting, eating) and personal management needs (e.g., human development, human sexuality), by teaching skills, providing supports, and building on individual strengths and capabilities.
• Assists individual(s) with household management (e.g., meal prep, laundry, cleaning, decorating) and with transportation needs to maximize his or her skills, abilities and independence (or performs the same if the individual(s) cannot do so.
• Assists with and/or dispenses medication (as certified), or other prescribed medical treatments, as necessary.
• Supports individual(s) in the development of friendships and other relationships.
• Provides opportunities for involvement in community and leisure activities.
• Assists in the identification of needs for the individual(s) for community supports, working with the individual(s) informal support system and /or initiating community connections.
• Participant Empowerment
• Assists individual(s) to plan, make informed choices, follow through on responsibilities and speak on his/ her/their on behalf.
• Uses effective, sensitive communication skills to build rapport and channels of communication by recognizing and adapting to the range of individual(s) communication styles.
• Learns and uses terminology appropriately, explaining as necessary to ensure individual(s) understanding.
• Write daily notes in the log during shifts, complete data tracking, sleep charts and other mandated documentation.
• Facilitation of Services
• Maintains collaborative professional relationships with individual(s) and all support team members (including family/friends), follows ethical standards of practice (e.g., confidentiality, informed consent, etc.), and recognizes his or her own personal limitations.
• Assists and/or facilitates the implementation of an individualized plan to achieve specific outcomes derived from individual(s) preferences, needs and interests.
• Advocacy
• Facilitates, assists, and/or represents individual(s) when there are barriers to his or her service needs.
• Interacts with and educates community members and organizations (e.g., employer, landlord, civic organization) when relevant to individual's needs or services.
• Crisis Intervention
• Identifies crisis situations, evaluates or defuses the situation, and contacts necessary supports.
• After being BPS trained, apply non-aversive behavior management techniques to include physical restraints and/or carries.

Must Have:

• Valid Certified Medication Technician in State of Maryland.
• Up to dated CPR/First Aid.
• Fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

Qualifications

• Must be dependable, responsible and punctual.
• Must have a vehicle, car insurance and a drivers license.
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug testing
• Ability to create a long term and trusting relationship with participants.
• Must Possess a HS diploma
• Behavioral Tech Certificate encouraged but not required.
• Mandt Training (Preventing, De-escalating, Intervening) certification encouraged but not required.

Schedule

• Monday- Friday 8am-5pm

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to commute to Montgomery County

Experience:

• Behavioral health: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• MANDT Training Certificate (Preferred)
• CMT In Maryland (Required)
• Certified Behavioral Health Technician (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Why Work for Interim HealthCare?

Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Home Health Aides (HHAs). Operating through 300 offices, our commitment to you is expressed through a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates HHAs, and a passion to put patients first. Join a nationwide network of caregivers who are making a significant difference in the lives of others through the personalized, in house care they provide.

Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.