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Community Options, Inc.·Chattanooga, Tennessee
Registered Behavior Technician
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Provide onsite behavioral support services to individuals with disabilities using evidence-based methodologies and trauma-informed care. Implement behavior plans, collect data on progress, and collaborate with the support network to ensure effective skill acquisition.
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.
We believe in the dignity of every person, and in the freedom of all people to experience the highest degree of self-determination.
Positive Options is the behavioral health division of Community Options, Inc.
Positive Options is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician in Chattanooga, TN.
Registered behavior technicians work in homes, schools, and community settings with children, adolescents, and adults, using best practices to teach the critical skills needed for each individual to live a meaningful and independent life.
The ideal candidate will have experience implementing individualized behavior interventions in multiple settings.
If you are passionate about helping others and looking for a rewarding career, Positive Options provides all required training needed to become an RBT for those new to the field. $20-$23/ per hour based on experience
Provide onsite services to participants with intellectual and developmental disabilities through evidence based and data driven methodologies that include trauma informed care and positive behavior supports Model and implement behavioral support strategies specified in the Behavior Plan that assist the participant with acquiring, retaining, improving, and generalizing the behavioral, self-help, socialization, and adaptive skills necessary to function successfully in the home and the community Provide timely and structured written feedback to the clinicians on the provision and effectiveness of the Behavior Plan and strategies Participate in onsite meetings or instructional sessions with the participant’s support network regarding the recommendations, strategies, and next steps identified in the Behavior Plan Collect data on progress and work collaboratively to ensure effective behavior reduction, skill acquisition, and skill generalization Prepare progress reports for the participant’s team as needed Provide a safe and supportive environment Employees must cooperate with the licensee and department staff in any inspection, inquiry or investigation Additional tasks and responsibilities may be assigned
Minimum Requirements High School Diploma or GED Successfully complete a 40-hour behavioral technician training Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record Knowledge of Positive Behavior Supports Ability to implement Behavior Plans independently and confidently Ability to establish a comfortable and supportive relationship with participants receiving supports Ability to exercise good judgment and remain calm in crisis situations Ability to collect, interpret, and graph data Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent time management skills Competitive Benefits and Perks: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday Employee Incentive & Discount Programs 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities Flexible schedules with full caseloads Daytime, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours available On-going support, mentorship, and training from high-experienced clinicians Mileage Reimbursement University partnerships that include tuition reduction Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! www.comop.org Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D #IND-XY
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and the successful completion of a 40-hour behavioral technician training. Candidates must possess a valid driver's license and the ability to implement behavior plans independently.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Tennessee are often tied to schools, community programs, and outpatient settings serving children and adolescents, so employers usually look for candidates with direct youth mental-health experience. This type of role can be competitive because the posting asks for a specific degree-and-experience mix, plus prior work with children and adolescents; the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, match your resume to the exact experience path and highlight any youth-focused interventions, crisis support, or family engagement work.