Vibrant Minds Applied Behavioral Pediatrics
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Medford, Oregon•Full-time
$20 - $30 hourly
$20 - $30 hourly
About the Job
Position: Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Department: Applied Behavior Analysis
Reports To: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) / Clinical Director
Location: Medford, Oregon
Work Arrangement: Primarily on-site; services may occur in clinic, home, school, or community settings. Hybrid supervision and caregiver training components may be included.
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Reports To: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) / Clinical Director
Location: Medford, Oregon
Work Arrangement: Primarily on-site; services may occur in clinic, home, school, or community settings. Hybrid supervision and caregiver training components may be included.
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
About Vibrant Minds Applied Behavioral Pediatrics:
Vibrant Minds Applied Behavioral Pediatrics is a multidisciplinary pediatric behavioral health clinic designed to address the critical shortage of integrated services for children in Southern Oregon. We invite you to join Dr. Jake Mahon, PhD, BCBA-D, NCSP, a Southern Oregon native whose life's work has been dedicated to supporting children with developmental disabilities, challenging behavior, and mental health concerns. As founder of Vibrant Minds - Applied Behavioral Pediatrics, he is creating a collaborative, mentorship-driven clinic that prioritizes excellent care, provider development, and long-term solutions for Oregon's children and families. (see link for website: https://vibrantmindsabp.org).
The clinic delivers coordinated care across psychological evaluation, counseling, applied behavior analysis (ABA), speech-language pathology, occupational therapy (OT), and physical therapy (PT), allowing families to access comprehensive evaluations and treatment through a single, collaborative care team. This integrated model improves clinical outcomes, operational efficiency, and continuity of care while significantly reducing the burden on families navigating complex systems.
Vibrant Minds is led by seasoned healthcare clinicians and operators with a strong emphasis on patient-centered care and evidence-based practice. An affiliated nonprofit training institute supports workforce development and long-term sustainability, ensuring a steady pipeline of highly trained providers committed to serving the region. As an organization, Vibrant Minds prioritizes strong infrastructure, clear communication, and a people-first culture—creating an environment where professionals can focus on high-quality care while contributing to a mission-driven, growing center of excellence in pediatric behavioral health.
Position Summary:
The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) provides direct, one-to-one and small-group Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children and adolescents with functional impairments across key developmental domains. Under the close supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), the RBT implements individualized behavior intervention plans designed to increase functional skills, improve communication and social engagement, and reduce challenging behaviors. This role is central to the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based ABA services and requires professionalism, consistency, compassion, and a strong commitment to ethical practice. The RBT works collaboratively with BCBAs, families, and interdisciplinary team members to support skill acquisition, generalization, and meaningful progress across settings.
Note: Individuals who have not yet completed the 40-hour RBT training are encouraged to apply. Training and support toward certification will be provided.
Key Responsibilities:
Direct Behavioral Intervention:
- Implement individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as developed and supervised by the BCBA.
- Provide direct ABA therapy targeting communication, social skills, play, adaptive functioning, emotional regulation, executive functioning, behavior reduction, etc.
- Utilize evidence-based teaching strategies, including discrete trial training (DTT), natural environment teaching (NET), task analysis, prompting, and reinforcement.
- Support skill maintenance and generalization across clinic, home, school, and community environments, as appropriate.
Data Collection & Monitoring:
- Collect accurate, objective, and timely behavioral data during therapy sessions.
- Utilize both paper-based and electronic data-collection systems.
- Follow established data-collection procedures to track progress toward treatment goals.
- Communicate observed trends, progress, and concerns to the supervising BCBA.
Collaboration & Communication:
- Work collaboratively with BCBAs, fellow RBTs, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Maintain professional, compassionate communication with caregivers in alignment with clinical guidance.
- Support caregiver involvement and training activities as directed by the BCBA.
Documentation & Compliance:
- Complete session notes, data sheets, and required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
- Adhere to BACB ethical standards, organizational policies, and confidentiality requirements.
- Maintain RBT certification requirements, including ongoing supervision and continuing education.
Professional Development:
- Complete 40-hour RBT training and competency assessment with support of BCBA.
- Participate in ongoing training, supervision meetings, and performance feedback.
- Demonstrate openness to learning and implementing feedback to improve clinical skills.
- Maintain foundational knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis principles and best practices.
Qualifications:
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification in good standing or eligibility to obtain certification within a designated timeframe.
- Ability to work under the supervision of a BCBA in accordance with BACB guidelines.
- Experience working with children or adolescents with developmental, behavioral, or educational needs.
Preferred:
- Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in psychology, education, or a related field.
- Prior experience providing ABA services in clinic, home, school, or community settings.
- Experience working with individuals diagnosed with neurodevelopmental disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorder, Intellectual Disability, and ADHD.
- Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.
Skills & Attributes:
- Ability to build rapport with children, including those with developmental or behavioral challenges.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate documentation.
- Basic understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis principles.
- Clear, respectful, and professional communication style.
- Ability to follow structured treatment protocols while responding flexibly to client needs.
- Strong observation, data-collection, and organizational skills.
- Ability to remain patient, positive, and professional in challenging situations.
Work Environment:
- Multidisciplinary pediatric outpatient clinic (ABA, psychological evaluation, counseling Speech, OT, PT).
- Primarily in-person service delivery with some hybrid supervision or caregiver training components.
- Supportive, low-drama culture focused on quality, professionalism, and mutual respect.
- Active role requiring physical movement, including sitting on the floor, standing, and engaging in play-based activities.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Compensation: Rate $20 - $30 an hour, commensurate with experience, licensure, and role scope.
- Flexible scheduling options may be available.
- Paid training.
- Benefits discussed during the interview process. Benefits determined based on full-time status, which may include: 401(k), Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Paid sick time.
Job Types:
- Full-time (preferred)
- Part-time.
Work Location:
- Medford, OR 97504
- In person.