Job Description

Registered Behavior Technician (Residential Setting) (Full-Time)

VanderArk B Program | Girls Ages 12–17 | Specialized program for youth with developmental disabilities

Why Wedgwood?

Since 1960, Wedgwood Christian Services has been dedicated to boldly taking on the toughest mental health and behavioral health problems in West Michigan. We serve children, teens, families, and adults through residential care, counseling services, and community programs.

The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) is responsible for providing daily care, supervision, behavioral support, and skills-based intervention to adolescents living within a residential treatment program. In addition to supporting normal daily operations of the residential unit, RBT staff coordinate with the Program BCBA and treatment team to implement individualized behavioral interventions, skill acquisition programming, and data collection procedures grounded in the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA), Skills-Based Treatment (SBT), and trauma-informed care.

If you are passionate about ABA, behavioral health, trauma-informed residential care, youth advocacy, and therapeutic mentorship, we invite you to apply.

Schedule:

• Mix between weekday and weekend shifts (40 hours per week).
• Weekday hours are typically 12:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
• Weekend and non-school day hours are typically 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
• Schedules are flexible based on program operating hours and staffing needs.

Compensation:

• $21.50 - $23.50/hour without RBT Certification
• $22 - 24.50/hour with RBT Certification
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Generous PTO package
• Time-and-a-half pay for hours worked on holidays
• Employer-paid training and re-certification

What You’ll Do:

Working alongside our multidisciplinary treatment team, you will:

• Implement behavior support and skill acquisition protocols as directed by supervising BCBA.
• Conduct tolerance training, functional communication training, and skill-based treatment interventions under supervision of the BCBA.
• Implement natural environmental teaching within daily routines, milieu expectations, hygiene routines, recreational activities, and community integration opportunities.
• Collect, record, and maintain accurate behavioral and treatment data in accordance with treatment plans and program expectations.
• Utilize reinforcement strategies and manage motivating operations (MOs) effectively to support treatment engagement and skill development.
• Maintain familiarity with client treatment plans, behavioral protocols, safety plans, and therapeutic goals and regular interface with 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 within a residential treatment environment.
• Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities, including 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.

Background & Qualifications

Required:

• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification
• May be obtained through Wedgwood, 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:

• ABA Therapy (in home or center based)
• ASD programs or classroom settings
• Behavioral health or trauma-informed settings
• Residential treatment (adolescents or adults)
• Juvenile justice or youth-serving programs
• Group homes, inpatient, or community mental health
• Strong computer and data tracking skills

Benefits:

• 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

Mission: Wedgwood Christian Services extends God's love to youth, adults, and families through professional counseling and educational services.

Core Values: Integrity, Compassion, Excellence, and Diversity