Encircle·Harrisonburg, Virginia
The RBT implements behavior intervention plans and skill acquisition programs for students under the supervision of a BCBA. They are responsible for collecting behavioral data, supporting classroom staff, and maintaining a positive learning environment.
The Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) provides behavioral support to students and classroom staff under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA). The RBT works collaboratively with teachers, assistant teachers, educational aides, and other school personnel to support the implementation of behavior intervention plans, skill acquisition programs, and classroom behavior support systems. The position is designed to extend the impact of the BCBA by assisting with data collection, behavioral observations, staff support, implementation monitoring, and the consistent application of evidence-based behavioral interventions across classroom and school settings. The RBT helps promote positive learning environments while supporting student success and staff effectiveness.
This role requires driving so a "clean driving record" is critical.
Minimum education, training, requirements, and prerequisites
High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree in education, psychology, human services, or related field preferred.
Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification, preferred.
Candidates who are not currently RBT certified must enroll in an approved 40-hour RBT training course within the first two (2) weeks of employment Candidates must successfully complete the training course and obtain RBT certification, including passing the required competency assessment and examination, within sixty (60) days of course completion.
Ability to maintain active RBT certification in accordance with BACB requirements.
Experience working with students with behavioral, emotional, developmental, or educational needs, preferred.
Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and evidence-based behavioral interventions, preferred.
Valid Virginia Driver's License and proof of insurance.
Satisfactory driving record in accordance with agency standards.
Basic computer skills and experience working with Microsoft Office.
Must be able to participate in and maintain certification in crisis de-escalation techniques, First Aid, and CPR.
Must be physically capable of implementing approved crisis intervention procedures when necessary.
Must serve as a mandated reporter.
40 hours per week guaranteed.
Paid school breaks.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-4:00PM.
DRIVING SPECIFIC (The following list may or may not be all inclusive at time of posting):
Must not have any of the following violations within the last 5 years:
Reckless driving, including speeding 20mph or more over the posted speed limit.
Driving under the influence/impaired/intoxicated or refusing a blood/breath test.
Manslaughter or negligent homicide.
Driving after being declared a habitual offender.
Driving on a suspended or revoked license
Driving a commercial motor vehicle while disqualified, under the influence, with a blood alcohol level of .04 or higher, refusing a blood/breath test, or violating an out-of-service order.
Injuring a person while racing - felony.
Failure to stop at the scene of a crash where there is injury, death, or property damage of $1000 or more.
Emergency vehicle violation - death.
Vehicular assault or willful stopping, impeding, or damaging a vehicle.
Blocking access to the service facility.
Attempting to elude police.
Operating an unsafe vehicle.
Vulnerable Road User – Death.
Must not have any of the following violations within the last 3 years:
Passing a stopped school bus.
Careless driving.
Three or more minor moving violations within the last three years
To give equal employment and advancement opportunities to all people, we make employment decisions at enCircle based on each person’s performance, qualifications, and abilities. EnCircle does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
As part of the Company’s EEO commitment, we will also provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable law. The Company will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with a disability so that they can perform the essential functions of the job unless doing so would cause significant difficulty or expense — i.e., an undue hardship. Similarly, the Company will also make reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of a person related to pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship.
If you seek an accommodation because of a medical condition or impairment, or related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, please notify Human Resources so we can evaluate your request. Please cooperate with the Company as to any information needed so we can assess your request for an accommodation.
As part of our EEO commitment, the Company will also reasonably accommodate an employee whose sincerely held religious belief, practice or observance conflicts with a work rule or requirement unless doing so would impose more than a de minimis cost or burden.
Please inform Human Resources if you seek an accommodation based on a religious belief. The Company will not take any adverse action or tolerate any retaliation against a person who requests or uses a reasonable accommodation.
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Requires a high school diploma and a valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Candidates must hold or obtain RBT certification within 60 days of employment and be capable of performing crisis intervention procedures.
Market context
Registered Behavior Technician roles in Virginia are commonly tied to school-based and clinic-based ABA services, so demand often follows local needs for behavioral support. These openings can be competitive because employers frequently prefer RBT certification, experience with children in ABA, and dependable transportation. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm supervision, caseload, and travel expectations before applying.