Supervision Checklist for RBTs - Version 2 - 2024 Compliance Steps

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Supervision Checklist for RBTs provides step-by-step compliance actions for RBT®s to complete prior to supervision, during the first month, on a monthly/quarterly cadence, and when supervision ends. It covers BACB account setup, familiarity with the RBT Ethics Code (2.0), required discussions with a qualified supervisor, supervision documentation and retention, competency renewal preparation, ethical self-reporting, and ongoing communication to ensure at least 5% supervision hours. It also outlines end-of-supervision responsibilities and inactive-status implications.

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Before Supervision Starts

During the First Month of Supervision

On a Monthly/Quarterly Basis

At the End of Supervision

Supervision Checklist for RBTs If you are an RBT®, the BACB strongly encourages you to complete this checklist to facilitate compliance with RBT supervision rules and a smoother supervision experience. Before Supervision Starts I created my BACB account myself, updated the personal information in my account (if applicable), and know my login information and certification expiration date. I have reviewed and am familiar with the RBT Ethics Code (2 . 0), RBT Handbook, RBT Task List (2nd ed.), and other RBT resources on the BACB website. I have read the Ongoing Supervision and Certification Maintenance Requirements sections of the RBT Handbook and understand the difference between RBT Supervisors and RBT Requirements Coordinators. I have identified an RBT Supervisor and/or RBT Requirements Coordinator who has completed an 8-hour supervision training and is qualified to provide my supervision. During the First Month of Supervision Note: “Supervisor(s)” refers to RBT Supervisor(s) and/or the RBT Requirements Coordinator. I have confirmed that my supervisor(s) have added me as their supervisee in their BACB account(s) when I begin receiving supervision. My supervisor(s) and I have discussed performance expectations (e.g. , communication methods, when to seek guidance from a supervisor, professional boundaries) and how to give each other feedback. My supervisor(s) and I have discussed my competency assessment, current skill set, and training needs, as well as the types of tasks I am expected to perform as an RBT. My supervisor(s) and I have discussed the RBT supervision requirements, including how supervision will be documented, how documentation will be retained, when and how supervision requirements will be met, who else will be providing supervision and their roles (if applicable), what to do if supervision requirements are not being met (e.g. , how to ask for more supervision, who to notify, when to notify that person, when to notify the BACB), and what will happen in the event of an audit (see the RBT Supervision Audit Process section of the RBT Handbook) . My supervisor(s) and I have discussed the requirements I must meet to maintain my RBT certification, including remembering my BACB account login information, updating the personal information in my account as needed, keeping track of my certification expiration date, meeting all renewal requirements, knowing what will make my certification inactive (e.g. , I do not have a supervisor on record, I did not renew by my certification expiration date), knowing what happens if my certification is inactive (i.e. , I cannot practice, bill, or represent myself as an RBT), and meeting all other requirements in the RBT Handbook. Version 2/2024, Copyright © 2022, BACB® | All rights reserved. Behavior Analyst Certification Board | Supervision Checklist for RBTs | 1 My supervisor(s) and I have added my RBT certification renewal date to our calendars or another tracking system. Additionally, we have a calendar reminder and/or meeting scheduled 45 days before my renewal date as a reminder to start my renewal competency assessment and application. I am aware that if I submit my renewal application after my expiration date, I must pay a $50 late fee to be eligible to renew during the 30-day grace period. Note: All certification applications must be submitted through your BACB account. My supervisor(s) and I have discussed the RBT Ethics Code (2 . 0), self-reporting requirements, relevant ethics resources (e.g. , Continuity of Services: Reminders for RBTs document), the importance of ethical behavior, what to do when I encounter ethical dilemmas (e.g. , how to contact a supervisor or other appropriate supports), and ways we will continue to review and discuss ethics to ensure that I can confidently abide by the ethics code. My supervisor(s) and I have discussed the requirements I must meet as an employee at our current organization and how or if they differ

FAQs

What should an RBT do before supervision begins?

Set up the BACB account, review required materials (including the RBT Ethics Code 2.0 and RBT Handbook sections), and identify a qualified RBT Supervisor and/or RBT Requirements Coordinator who completed the required training.

What is expected during the first month of supervision?

Confirm the supervisor adds you in their BACB account, discuss performance expectations and feedback methods, review competency assessment and training needs, and cover how supervision requirements are documented, retained, met, and handled during an audit.

What happens at the end of supervision?

Discuss client transitions, determine the supervision end date, ensure documentation is complete and retained by both parties, and confirm the supervisor removes you from their BACB account once supervision ends.

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