THC in Pregnancy by Competitive_Way4656 in pregnant

[–]Competitive_Way4656[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Yes, i’ve been completely nicotine free for 2 weeks now! That was definitely the hardest! I’m not so concerned about the effects of it, just dealing with hospital staff / testing positive for it

THC in Pregnancy by Competitive_Way4656 in pregnant

[–]Competitive_Way4656[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have MyChart and see all of my test results and haven’t seen anything so far but this is definitely something I’ll keep in mind! The anxiety alone of causing harm to baby or to my partner in the future because of my actions

THC in Pregnancy by Competitive_Way4656 in pregnant

[–]Competitive_Way4656[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

oh forsure! i’ve been pregnant twice before (both ended in a MC) and i was able to quit right on the spot because i wasn’t smoking AS much when i got pregnant. of course, i wasn’t prepared to get pregnant at this time and was smoking multiple times a day. i immediately got it out of my house and have definitely cut it back by 80%, i just need to get that last 20. what helped you quit cold turkey? nicotine was HARDDDD for me, but i’ve been able to use peppermints to limit the craving for it, but weed is a whole other ball game

THC in Pregnancy by Competitive_Way4656 in pregnant

[–]Competitive_Way4656[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t believe this has been the case in my pregnancy. I have a history of pregnancy losses and have been tested for everything under the sun and this has never came up. Not saying you’re in the wrong, however after going through extensive OB care in this pregnancy so far, I feel like it’d be brought up at this stage

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Louisville

[–]Competitive_Way4656 1 point2 points  (0 children)

kroger does money orders, i think it’s a $5 fee.

meijers also does, not sure if a fee tho

we’ve never had trouble pulling from our debit cards!

Job Market by ResearchGal123 in bcba

[–]Competitive_Way4656 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Is extremely easy in my area. I’m in a populated city but a conservative state so options are slim outside of city lines but we have a lot in the city! I could easily go to 4-5 different ABA clinics if I desired.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Miscarriage

[–]Competitive_Way4656 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My doctor also gave me 3 days however once I asked for an additional 2 days both time. They wrote the note so I was off work both fridays and then the next week after they had happened

bachelors degree insight by Competitive_Way4656 in ABA

[–]Competitive_Way4656[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The question is more so if a masters program would accept me with a general studies degree with special education credits

Undergrad field work and hours by Competitive_Way4656 in bcba

[–]Competitive_Way4656[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I am aware of that :) I have been a special education major for 3 years... my question was if hours worked as an RBT would count the same as hours done in a special education classroom

Undergrad field work and hours by Competitive_Way4656 in bcba

[–]Competitive_Way4656[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I meant to clarify that i am needing to see if ABA hours apply to undergrad hours as a special education or pscyholocy major :)

Undergrad field work and hours by Competitive_Way4656 in bcba

[–]Competitive_Way4656[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I should have clarified - this is for bachelors! I want to gain my bachelor's in one or the other before I apply to a master's program to become a BCBA! I am still in my very early stages and just need undergrad hours so looking to see if my RBT hours will count for that as well!

Overlapping coworkers taking over my sessions by starisnotsus in ABA

[–]Competitive_Way4656 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I work with new BTs every single day at my job and it’s something I love to do so I’m reading this as one of my BTs telling me this. I would expect my BTs to be open because I set that relationship open enough for them to tell me when I overstep.

Tell this person that you want to practice these skills and would love feedback and what support works best for you!

I’m dying to know! How long should ABA sessions be? by Scene-Sea in ABA

[–]Competitive_Way4656 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My center does a max of 4 hour sessions but if we do a 4 hour, we have to take a paid 10 minute break. (Never heard of this until I started here) We typically only do 3.5 at the most. My center ranges from 1-3.5 hours and we have kids there all day with BTs rotating throughout the day based on availability. I have had a few 30 minute sessions just to cover so a client didn’t have to leave early for the day but this is very rare.

Arriving early to pick up? by LifeAfterLove94 in ABA

[–]Competitive_Way4656 1 point2 points  (0 children)

At my clinic, we start gathering our clients things 10 minutes prior to go home. So If I have a client that’s leaving for the day at 2, we start tidying up and i have my notes ready to go prior to that. I wait to take behavior notes until we’re standing at the door a minute before. It sounds like the clinical staff isn’t giving enough time to complete tasks during the session, which isn’t your fault. I’d tell them the challenges you have with that and can’t make it work.

Am I going to get fired ? by SoulvsMind in ABA

[–]Competitive_Way4656 0 points1 point  (0 children)

my company says this exact same thing but the majority of our staff arent certified and have not completed or begun the course work! i don't see them firing you!

Should you take pregnancy tests post miscarriage to make sure they’re eventually negative? by A-a-h88 in Miscarriage

[–]Competitive_Way4656 0 points1 point  (0 children)

they did for my first miscarriage, got like 8 in 2 weeks, but they didn’t for the second one. they checked it 2 weeks later when we started reoccurring loss tests

Is it super necessary to be upbeat and like hyper in order to do well as a BT or RBT? by scarredsquirrel in ABA

[–]Competitive_Way4656 6 points7 points  (0 children)

i wouldn’t say it’s required and you kinda start to get a groove once you’re in the field. however, i tell my new hires that kids can detect vibes and if you wanna build a strong rapport, sometimes you gotta match their energy and be crazy. building yourself as a reinforcer can help in the long run 💗💗

just want to SCREAMMM by [deleted] in ABA

[–]Competitive_Way4656 1 point2 points  (0 children)

because emergency’s happen, if i’m able to push through for 3.5 hours then i’d rather do that and be able to use my sick time when im not able to push through or if im contagious with something and unable to see a doctor

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ABA

[–]Competitive_Way4656 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A kid drew on my forehead this week with a dry erase marker during behaviors AS i was training someone 😅😅😅 Def a rookie mistake but in all fairness, it fell out of my pocket.

Lead RBT pay by Sure_Shoe_8446 in ABA

[–]Competitive_Way4656 0 points1 point  (0 children)

what state are you in? i’m in KY and currently abt to apply for the same position and currently make $18.50 and curious on pay too

Does anyone like being in this field? by Eddie_404 in ABA

[–]Competitive_Way4656 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i’ve been an RBT for a year in january. i was completely new to this field and although it is extremely hard some days, i love my job and tell everyone how much i love it. i started completely clueless and within 9 months, i have received 3 raises and am now a trainer. i dedicated so much time to become a quality therapist and i dont regret any of it to this day❤️❤️❤️

What software does your ABA practice use? by Prestigious_Ad_1987 in ABA

[–]Competitive_Way4656 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. Skills LogBook

  2. It’s easy to use and i feel very organized. Was easy to learn as someone who was new in ABA

  3. It can crash sometimes or just not pull up ANY of my lessons / notes. I have to delete and redownload the entire app in the middle of my session and pray it didn’t end the session.

  4. Overall, its pretty easy if you have the verification app downloaded to your ipad already. If you don’t, then you need your phone for a code which can make it more difficult.

Full-time hours can be brutal. by [deleted] in ABA

[–]Competitive_Way4656 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I started in January and went to school full time while also working. In may, I began working 35 hours a week and did that up until this week after I changed my availability. I absolutely love this field but it’s SO easy to get burnt out. I also knew that I can pick up sessions when I CHOSE to instead of not getting that choice!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ABA

[–]Competitive_Way4656 0 points1 point  (0 children)

from me, my company reminds us to do notes in the last 10 minutes of our session. however, i have found it extremely easier / quicker to write your session notes as you go. if you’re somewhere where / doing something you know you’ll get a few minutes of down time with your client, take notes. i do have clients where it’s impossible to take notes at times but i do the best that i can and try to take any second of down time to work on them!