Registered Behavior Technician - Tuscaloosa

**Candidates who are blind or visually impaired and/or deaf or hard of hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as permitted by federal laws. Information related to disability is not required, and if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB’s efforts to create opportunities for individuals with exceptionalities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment.** **POSITION**: **Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)** **RISE Autism – Tuscaloosa AL** **ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND** Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, Deaf Blind, multidisabled, and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 30,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and senior citizens with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year. Our services span a lifetime and include five campuses in Talladega, a statewide network of regional centers, Early Intervention services, traditional and nontraditional educational opportunities in residential, day, and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility known as Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB), the state’s largest employer of adults who are Blind. AIDB’s three K-12 schools — Alabama School for the Blind, Alabama School for the Deaf, and Helen Keller School of Alabama — provide specialized educational services that empower students to achieve their full potential. Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share a commitment to leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work. **ABOUT THE ROLE** Our employees are our most valuable resource. This position will serve individuals of all ages who have multiple disabilities and challenging behaviors, for the purpose of providing a safe and successful learning environment. Using client centered assessments and data to guide program-based decisions, the Registered Behavior Technician will work with individuals and their stakeholders to provide individualized services through a collaborative team approach. The Registered Behavior Technician will receive supervision, oversight, and training on skills acquisition programs and behavior reduction strategies from a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst in order to ensure successful implementation of programs. **ABOUT YOU** You will play a vital role to ensure that AIDB’s culture of inclusion is reinforced by implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) programs and plans that promote the provision of comprehensive educational services to sensory impaired individuals. Through a collaborative team approach, you will have an opportunity to use your professional expertise to provide services and support that champion the limitless potential of all individuals. **POSITION REQUIREMENTS** **Basic Qualifications** - **Education:** High school diploma or equivalent. - **Certification:** Possess an active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) or become BACB certified within ninety (90) days of employment. Training certification must occur through a designated program identified by RISE Autism. - **Experience:**One (1) year of experience working in an academic, residential, and/or behavioral health setting working with individuals who are deaf, blind, deafblind, and/or multi-disabled. - **Licensure:** Valid driver’s license and eligible to be insured by AIDB insurance carriers (driving accommodations may be made for applicants with an exceptionality). - Must meet suitability/background requirements for employment **POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES** **Student Instruction & Training** - **Behavior Analytical Techniques:** Apply evidence-based behavior analytical techniques and teaching procedures that will promote communication, independence, and social skills.…