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RBT Lead - Las Cruces
Frontera Health is revolutionizing pediatric healthcare by developing a cutting-edge, tech-enabled platform that delivers essential therapies to rural families. Our platform leverages AI/ML to create a robust video-based data model for early intervention and developmental disorders. By collaborating closely with parents, caregivers, and clinical partners, we’re bridging the gap in access to care, improving health equity, and providing personalized treatment plans. Backed by leading investors like Lightspeed and Lux, Frontera Health is poised for rapid growth.
Our ABA direct services are designed to meet the unique needs of children in underserved communities, providing them with the support and resources they require to reach their full potential. We are passionate about ensuring that every child, regardless of their location or socioeconomic status, has access to high-quality healthcare. By leveraging our technology platform and partnering with local providers, we are able to deliver effective ABA therapy to families who may otherwise have limited access to these essential services.
RBT Lead
The Registered Behavior Technician Lead position (RBT Lead) supports high-quality service delivery by working directly with clients and assisting in the mentorship, training, and development of RBTs and Behavior Technicians. Under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), the Lead RBT plays a critical leadership role in maintaining clinical excellence, fostering professional growth, and ensuring the highest ethical standards across service environments including homes, clinics, schools, and the community.
Clinical Quality:
- Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) with a high level of fidelity, professionalism, and responsiveness to client needs
- Accurately collect and review session data; model best practices in data collection and provide constructive feedback to peers when appropriate
- Support BCBAs in conducting assessments, preparing materials, and ensuring sessions are clinically sound and well-resourced
- Assist with program updates and documentation to maintain treatment integrity and alignment with client goals
- Maintain a consistent and balanced caseload while fulfilling leadership, mentorship, and training responsibilities
- Monitor treatment progress and proactively identify barriers to clinical effectiveness, communicating concerns to the supervising BCBA
- Participate in and contribute to clinical quality improvement initiatives, helping to evaluate and enhance treatment strategies across the team
Professional and Ethical Conduct:
- Uphold and model the RBT Ethics Code and all organizational policies
- Proactively identify and escalate ethical concerns or quality issues to the supervising BCBA or Clinical Supervisor
- Stay current on all certification, training, and professional development requirements
- Foster a culture of professionalism, respect, and accountability among team members
- Lead full alignment with Frontera’s technology platforms, including assessment tools and digital phenotyping systems; ensure RBTs are fully engaged with these tools to optimize clinical outcomes and team efficiency
Communication and Client Interaction:
- Maintain positive, empathetic, and professional communication with clients, families, and staff
- Serve as a point of contact for assigned families when immediate support or clarification is needed
- Assist with parent/caregiver training sessions under BCBA supervision
- Adjust interventions and communication strategies to meet diverse client and family needs
Leadership and Mentorship:
- Serve as a mentor and role model for RBTs and Behavior Technicians, providing guidance on best practices and clinical procedures
- Support onboarding and training of new team members through shadowing, coaching, and competency checks
- Collaborate with the BCBA to identify training needs and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Lead small group trainings, team huddles, or skill refreshers as directed
- Help monitor session quality and report concerns or coaching opportunities to the clinical team
- Address client or RBT concerns in the clinic promptly and professionally, escalating to the BCBA or Lead BCBA as needed
- Provide on-the-floor leadership during clinic sessions to ensure smooth transitions, behavior management consistency, and support for staff in real-time situations
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent (required); Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education, or a related field (preferred)
- Active RBT certification in good standing with the BACB
- Minimum of 1 year of direct ABA experience required; leadership experience preferred
- Internal employees must have at least 6 months of continuous employment with Frontera and be in good standing to be considered.
- Strong understanding of ABA principles, data collection procedures, and behavior intervention strategies
- Demonstrated leadership skills, including mentoring, training, and coaching peers
- Excellent organizational skills, communication skills, and ability to work independently
- Ability to pass background checks and maintain necessary clearances
Frontera Health, Inc. is committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and has the opportunity to thrive. We believe that our differences make us stronger and that all employees, regardless of their background, experiences, or abilities, contribute to our success.
We are committed to:
- Providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
- Fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone feels valued and respected.
- Providing reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities.
- Continuously learning and improving our DE&I practices.
We will achieve this commitment by:
- Recruiting and hiring a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
- Creating and maintaining an inclusive work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment.
- Actively listening to and addressing the needs and concerns of all employees.
We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our success as a company and to our mission of serving the pediatric behavioral health community. We are committed to continuous improvement in this area and welcome feedback from all employees.
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