Behavior Techs Anonymous

In part 2 of this meeting of Behavior Techs Anonymous, we continue to share the experiences of one RBT and the challenges and triumphs of being a woman of color. Tune in for candid conversations and valuable insights into navigating diversity and inclusion in applied behavior analysis.

Please welcome our next guest “The Dog Mom”! She joins us in telling her experience about her journey into being an RBT and the obstacles that she faces as a woman of color in a white dominated field.

In this episode of behavior tech’s anonymous, we talk about trauma. The job is full of events that can cause us to be traumatized with varying consequences. Listen to those stories here.

Ms. Lexi has seen RBT work before it began, thrived in the RBT life, and has now since moved on from it. Can RBT experience actually help in non-ABA careers? Click play and find out how Ms. Lexi does it!

Did have you ever wondered what you would be doing if being an RBT wasn’t an option? Listen in on this podcast where Ms. Lexi tells us all about how she was doing RBT work before the formal title ever existed!

Join Ms. Ashleigh as she sits down with her first guest! Hear from an experienced RBT, to discuss the importance of self-care and share personal anecdotes from their journey to becoming RBTs!

Here on Behavior Techs Anonymous we finally get to hear a story submitted by an RBT! Listen in for a short story that helps one RBT keep going when things get hard

I always recommend working in a clinic when first starting out as an RBT. There’s a lot of factors that make it the best learning environment. As long as you’re in a good one!

The BACB has posted some updates regarding RBTs! Some are taken into affect IMMEDIATELY while others are warnings for what’s to come in the next few years. What are these updates and how will they impact you? Click play to find out.

While working as an RBT, there are three major settings that you can work in; a clinic, a school, or in-home. In this episode, we'll discuss the ins and outs of working in a school setting and what you need to know before you plunge into the school environment,

While working as an RBT, there are three major settings that you can work in; a clinic, a school, or in-home. In this episode, we'll discuss the ins and outs of working in an in-home setting and what you need to know before working in-home.

Have you ever taken a hit and just gone about your day? Do people ask if you need a break but you’re too tough to take one? Would you go throughout the session like nothing ever happened? If you answered yes to all or any of these questions you may be experiencing what I like to call “clinic mentality”.

Join this meeting of Behavior Techs Anonymous to hear me ramble on about the importance of organization and to stay working within your scope of practice!

It’s the time of year when the weather changes and spooky scary stories are shared. Listen to me retell various anonymous behavior techs horror stories while I share some of my own. Happy Halloween!

In this episode, we apologize for getting sick! Actually no, we got some submissions to our email and Instagram DM’s and I read and briefly discussed reporting fraud, SOAP Notes, and What to do if a parent tries to make you their housekeeper! As promised, all submissions are discussed anonymously!

During this podcast episode, we talk about the frustrations of not being able to be in charge of anything, and the frustrations of doing things you are not comfortable with. Learn about how I try to respectfully disagree with my supervisors, especially when it’s hard, and maybe learn a few tips along the way.As always, you can find us across all social media at @behaviortechsanonymous. Come join in the on the fun!

Everyone can feel the effects of burn out, but this is especially true for behavior technicians. Let’s talk about the fact that it’s okay to be burnt out and your excuses for it are valid! How do I combat burn out? Find out!

Welcome to the fourth meeting of Behavior Techs Anonymous, we discuss the extremely common phenomenon that is imposter syndrome. Did you know that there are five different types of imposter syndrome? Discover what they are and what type you may have in this weeks episode.

In this episode, we discuss how to find a job as an RBT, the different types of workplaces where an RBT may find work, and everything else you should consider when finding a job.

This episode provides an overview of what it takes to be a successful behavior technician, including a discussion about the role’s responsibilities, the three crucial character traits for successful behavior techs, and the process of obtaining a registered behavior certification. You’ll learn valuable tips on what to look for while considering your training options, what to expect from your competency exam, and the steps required to complete during the 40-hour certification training. Together, we’ll help determine if becoming a behavior technician is right for you.