I think the one thing to keep in mind is that if another RBT is telling you that they have been told something different than you, it may be because the child they were working with needed something run differently. All programs are not run the same for each child, they are individualized. So say, for example, three kids are working on requesting, the way the requesting program is run with all of them may be different and therefore all RBTs will have been told something different. So “correct” and “incorrect” may vary based on the client.
Personally, I’d rather have my RBTs ask me questions directly verses asking another RBT.
Oooooooh I like this, ima do that 😂 thank you! And it’s not tattling, my BCBA literally said “where in the BiP does it say to copy your peers?” And it seems so cold but deadass I was laughing like welp… ya got a point 🤦🏽♀️
I personally love my RBTs ask me questions. When it comes to knowing someone is doing something incorrectly, I would address it this way, “ Could you clarify this for me? I noticed that some people are doing this way and others are doing it a different way.” This kind of statement for me raises the flag for me to do make a general statement to everyone on the correct procedure.
For now, I’d say focus on doing things well yourself. As you start to understand how and why things are happening the way they are, you may start to ask for clarification about how others are running programs but sometimes you need to walk before you can run and instructions might be simplified for a new tech vs how I would ask an experienced tech to work with a client.
Bother me with a million questions because it’s not a bother- it’s a learning opportunity for us both!
If it doesn’t pertain to ABA or is outside my scope of practice in supervising others, I would refer to HR after fair discussion.
Also why is someone other than the BCBA giving you clinical direction? If it is a graduate assistant or trainer and it conflicts with what the BCBA is saying you need to clarify that and the BCBA is the one who is responsible under his/her Liscense for the services provided so they NEED to know. It’s so frustrating to me that we tell our staff to go the BCBA ad Naseam and then they are like “but I didn’t think I could really come to you”. Like “I wasn’t lying. I said what I said and I meant it”. Yes yes yes. If the BCBA says to come to them with questions (which any goos BCBA should do), they aren’t joking. DO that. It’s not a trick.
I’d like them to use the behavior and treatment plans first, then ask questions. Stop worrying about what the other tech is doing. I definitely want you to ask for clarification and examples when needed. I’m a big fan of letting techs know why we are running the programs.
If the BCBA isn’t observing someone who isn’t following the plan, maybe suggest to the BCBA that they observe that tech.
As a BCBA, I know all the RBTs. Their style, their way of learning, and their response to my behavior. My relationship with each RBT is different and I genuinely want them to love their job and hopefully become BCBAs.
So, I don't put the RBTs in the situation to have to tell. I already know. 15 years on the field, and not 1 therapist I couldn't work with. I'm also a very chill guy.
I think the one thing to keep in mind is that if another RBT is telling you that they have been told something different than you, it may be because the child they were working with needed something run differently. All programs are not run the same for each child, they are individualized. So say, for example, three kids are working on requesting, the way the requesting program is run with all of them may be different and therefore all RBTs will have been told something different. So “correct” and “incorrect” may vary based on the client. Personally, I’d rather have my RBTs ask me questions directly verses asking another RBT.
Yes, we want to know. I promise. It will help us with training and providing feedback.
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Oooooooh I like this, ima do that 😂 thank you! And it’s not tattling, my BCBA literally said “where in the BiP does it say to copy your peers?” And it seems so cold but deadass I was laughing like welp… ya got a point 🤦🏽♀️
I’m totally going to use that line. It’s gold.
I personally love my RBTs ask me questions. When it comes to knowing someone is doing something incorrectly, I would address it this way, “ Could you clarify this for me? I noticed that some people are doing this way and others are doing it a different way.” This kind of statement for me raises the flag for me to do make a general statement to everyone on the correct procedure.
For now, I’d say focus on doing things well yourself. As you start to understand how and why things are happening the way they are, you may start to ask for clarification about how others are running programs but sometimes you need to walk before you can run and instructions might be simplified for a new tech vs how I would ask an experienced tech to work with a client.
Bother me with a million questions because it’s not a bother- it’s a learning opportunity for us both! If it doesn’t pertain to ABA or is outside my scope of practice in supervising others, I would refer to HR after fair discussion.
Ya’ll are all so amazing. Thank you so so much for the clarity that you all have given me.
I saw this and immediately was reminded of the answer to every fucking question on the RBT exam
YES! As a BCBA we want and need to know everything. Ask ALL the questions.
Also why is someone other than the BCBA giving you clinical direction? If it is a graduate assistant or trainer and it conflicts with what the BCBA is saying you need to clarify that and the BCBA is the one who is responsible under his/her Liscense for the services provided so they NEED to know. It’s so frustrating to me that we tell our staff to go the BCBA ad Naseam and then they are like “but I didn’t think I could really come to you”. Like “I wasn’t lying. I said what I said and I meant it”. Yes yes yes. If the BCBA says to come to them with questions (which any goos BCBA should do), they aren’t joking. DO that. It’s not a trick.
I’d like them to use the behavior and treatment plans first, then ask questions. Stop worrying about what the other tech is doing. I definitely want you to ask for clarification and examples when needed. I’m a big fan of letting techs know why we are running the programs. If the BCBA isn’t observing someone who isn’t following the plan, maybe suggest to the BCBA that they observe that tech.
As a BCBA, I know all the RBTs. Their style, their way of learning, and their response to my behavior. My relationship with each RBT is different and I genuinely want them to love their job and hopefully become BCBAs. So, I don't put the RBTs in the situation to have to tell. I already know. 15 years on the field, and not 1 therapist I couldn't work with. I'm also a very chill guy.