DSP-1 Immersion Training to Become RBT

OVERVIEW –

TERI changes the way the world sees, helps, and empowers individuals touched by special needs. The TERI Campus of Life models a more integrated society where the entire community learns, creates, and lives well side-by-side.

Here at TERI, health and wellness are integral parts of our culture for both staff and clients. “Fit for Life” is a core value, and all staff are expected to actively participate in TERI wellness programs and personally commit to the agency philosophy of being “Fit for Life.” We have an on-site Fitness Center with a full-time Wellness Team who can help you design personal fitness goals and nutrition plans; additionally, there are many opportunities for individual and group exercise classes offered at times that fit your personal schedule. TERI culture ensures the health and wellness of each client is a top priority.

We’re seeking for a DSP-1 Direct Support Professional Immerison to join our TERI team!

The DSP-1 Direct Support Professional Immersion is a short-term role focused on training to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). This role is responsible for completing all necessary steps in attaining the RBT Certification, including the completion of TERI New Hire Orientation Training, 40-hour Online RBT Training, successful performance passing the required RBT Competency Assessment, and achieving a passing score on the National RBT exam. Additionally, during the final two to three weeks of the Immersion training, the DSP-1 Immersion staff will work as substitute 1:1 support at the Learning Academy.

TRAINING –

Week 1: Complete 40 hours of New Hire Orientation Training.

Week 2: Complete 40 hours of Online Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Training.

Week 3: Complete and successfully pass the RBT Competency Assessment.

Week 4: Take the National RBT Exam and achieve a passing grade within the timeline of the Immersion Program.

ALL OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES –

• Working 1:1 substitute staff at the Learning Academy.
• Assures that choices are an integral part of students’ day and assures that these are available; honors individual choices whenever are possible based on safety and individuals’ needs and restrictions.
• Delivers individual program plans, goals, behavior support plans as designed, provide active support and assist with self-care to all students when needed.
• Assist with interventions designed to protect all students and individuals who engage in severe problem behavior, including those around them.
• Provides direct care and training to developmental individuals with moderate to profound disability who may engage in aggressive, assaultive acting-out behaviors that require Behavior Emergency Safety Training (BEST) techniques.

QUALIFICATIONS –

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• One-Year experience working directly with children or adults with Developmental / Intellectual disabilities. 

Salary Range –

$20.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Position Status –

Full-Time

OUR BENEFITS –

• Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, & Disability
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• Health & Wellness Program
• Onsite Fitness Center & Fitness Court
• Pet Insurance
• Discounts at TERI’s Common Ground
• Vacation, Sick and Paid Holidays

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER –

TERI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. At TERI, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy and related medical conditions, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. TERI believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success, in touching the lives of those we serve and seek to recruit. We strive to develop and retain the most compassionate and talented people from an extensive and diverse candidate pool.