Registered Behavior Technician, Residential Setting

Wedgwood Christian Services

. Provide daily care, supervision, behavioral support, and skills-based intervention to adolescents in a residential treatment program .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeGrand Rapids • Michigan • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $22 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in implementing behavior support and skill acquisition protocols, conducting functional communication training, and utilizing evidence-based, trauma-informed behavioral services. Proficient in data collection and maintaining treatment integrity while supporting adolescents in residential treatment settings.

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Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) CertificationApplied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) TherapyBehavioral Health ExperienceData Tracking SkillsCrisis Intervention

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Hard Skills

Behavior Support ProtocolsSkill Acquisition InterventionsTolerance TrainingFunctional Communication TrainingNatural Environmental TeachingData CollectionReinforcement StrategiesPhysical Interventions

Soft Skills

Behavioral SupportTeam CollaborationCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Industry Keywords

Trauma-Informed CareResidential TreatmentAdolescentsASD ProgramsJuvenile JusticeYouth-Serving Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide daily care, supervision, behavioral support, and skills-based intervention to adolescents in a residential treatment program
Implement behavior support and skill acquisition protocols under the supervising BCBA
Conduct tolerance training, functional communication training, and skill-based treatment interventions
Implement natural environmental teaching during daily routines, hygiene, recreation, and community integration
Collect, record, and maintain accurate behavioral and treatment data
Utilize reinforcement strategies and manage motivating operations to support treatment engagement and skill development
Maintain familiarity with treatment plans, behavioral protocols, safety plans, and therapeutic goals
Interface regularly with the program therapist and home supervisor
Support generalization of learned skills across settings, staff interactions, and daily activities
Provide ethical, evidence-based, trauma-informed behavioral services
Participate in professional development covering ABA, trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and program-specific training
Assist in training and supporting new staff in behavioral programming, treatment expectations, and milieu consistency

Requirements

What you’ll need

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification; may be obtained through Wedgwood via a 6–9 month certification process
Participation in RBT development plan
At least 20 years of age
High school diploma or GED
Valid driver’s license
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and safely perform physical interventions when necessary
Alignment with Wedgwood’s Statement of Faith, vision and values
Preferred education: Applied Behavioral Analysis, Child Development, Psychology, Counseling, Human Services, Social Work (BSW in progress or completed), Criminal Justice (youth focus), Behavioral Health or related field
Preferred experience in ABA therapy, ASD programs or classroom settings, behavioral health or trauma-informed settings, residential treatment, juvenile justice or youth-serving programs, group homes, inpatient or community mental health
Strong computer and data tracking skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package
Generous PTO package
Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked on holidays
Employer-paid training and re-certification
403(b) with employer match
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Free supplemental virtual PCP care with medical plan
Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
Employer-paid short- and long-term disability
Life insurance (up to 2x salary)
Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
Pet Insurance
Legal Insurance
On-site gymnasium & 24-hour wellness center
Tuition discounts through community partnerships
Employee Assistance Program
Beautiful on-campus walking trail
Flexible schedules based on program operating hours and staffing needs