PDFWAC 246-805-320
Certified behavior technician—Tasks.
(1) A CBT shall not:
(a) Initiate or implement a treatment program with a client until the client has been evaluated and a written treatment and instructional program has been prepared by an LBA, LABA, or individual otherwise qualified to practice in ABA consistent with RCW 18.380.030(1);
(b) Independently perform a client assessment or evaluation, but may assist in the process under the direction of an LBA or LABA; and
(c) Independently design or modify client treatment plans or instructional programs.
(2) A CBT shall:
(a) Monitor the need for reassessment and report changes in status that may warrant reassessment or referral by or under the direction of an LBA, LABA, or individual otherwise qualified to practice in ABA consistent with RCW 18.380.030(1); and
(b) Immediately discontinue and notify the supervising LBA, LABA, or individual otherwise qualified to practice in ABA consistent with RCW 18.380.030(1) about any treatment procedure that appears harmful to the client.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 18.122.050, 18.380.050, 18.380.110, 43.70.110, 43.70.250, 2020 c 76, and 2021 c 276. WSR 24-11-103, § 246-805-320, filed 5/17/24, effective 6/17/24. Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.380 RCW, RCW 18.122.050 and 43.70.250. WSR 17-08-018, § 246-805-320, filed 3/27/17, effective 4/27/17.]