Registered Behavior Technician - Intensive Outpatient Program

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59518

Location

Columbia

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

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Thompson Center for Autism & Neurodevelopment

Job Description

Position Overview

The Thompson Center is seeking dedicated and compassionate Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) to join our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). This innovative program provides short-term, high-frequency treatment for children and adolescents on the autism spectrum who engage in behaviors that significantly impact daily life.

Working under the close supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), RBTs in the IOP provide individualized, evidence-based interventions to promote safety, support communication and independence and support families across settings.

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Key Responsibilities

• Implement individualized behavior intervention and skill acquisition plans as designed by the supervising BCBA
• Manage and respond to challenging behavior using safe, and ethical procedures
• Collect accurate, real-time data on behaviors and skill development
• Support caregivers during training sessions and aid in the generalization of new skills
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe treatment environment
• Prepare session materials and participate in daily team debriefings
• Uphold the dignity, safety, and well-being of clients at all times

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Program Highlights

• Clients attend 3-hour sessions, 5 days a week, for approximately 16 weeks
• Services are delivered in-clinic
• Treatment is based on functional assessments and grounded in evidence-based practices (e.g., Functional Communication Training, Skill-Based Treatment)
• Sessions are structured and adapted to each individual's learning style and needs
• Ongoing team collaboration, supervision, and professional development provided daily

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What Makes This Role Unique

• Serve clients with high support needs and contribute to meaningful progress
• Enjoy strong team support, daily collaboration, and direct BCBA supervision
• Be part of a program that values safety, teamwork, and family-centered care

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Incentives

• $1,000 retention incentive awarded after successful completion of training
• Additional $1,000 incentive after one year of continuous employment in the IOP

Shift

Monday - Friday

7:45 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.

One year experience in health management or program administration is required.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $17.00 - $20.00 hourly

Grade: PAT - 004

University Title: HLTH PRGM AST

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Application Materials

In addition to the Online Application, please provide Resume.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.