KeepUp_RBT4

Violates ethics code 3.01

Discuss the ethical violation and let her know that this will be reported as a violation if she misses another supervision without speaking first to supervisor.

Not following through, not receiving adequate supervision

Create a formal plan and report to the BACB that they haven't been properly supervised.

1.02
2.02
3.01
3.02

Document and submit

Taryn missing group supervision presents several ethical concerns, primarily from her non-compliance with supervisory standards (3.01) and a lack of professional conduct (2.03). Her disregard for scheduled supervision, even after receiving clear warnings and options, undermines the supervisor's responsibility (4.04) and demonstrates a disregard for feedback. This pattern of behavior raises concerns about her ability for professional growth. Moreover, Taryn's unreliability can potentially impact client welfare by translating to irregular service delivery and disrupting the learning experience of other RBT's in the group.

As Taryn's supervisor, I would address this problem with a progressively disciplinary approach. I would plan a formal meeting to present relevant ethical standards (3.01, 2.03). Collaboratively, we would develop a behavioral intervention plan with specific participation goals, formalized in a written agreement. Following this, I would issue a formal written warning, which would lead to suspension and potential termination.

Taryn’s repeated failure to attend group supervision raises multiple ethical concerns related to supervision compliance, professional accountability, and BACB fieldwork requirements.

1. Failure to Meet Supervision Requirements (RBT Ethics Code 3.01 – Compliance with Supervision Requirements)
• Supervision is a mandatory requirement for maintaining RBT certification.
• Taryn has missed multiple group sessions and failed to use the video conferencing option provided to her.
• If this pattern continues, she risks noncompliance with BACB supervision standards, which could affect her certification.

2. Lack of Professional Responsibility (RBT Ethics Code 1.02 – Boundaries of Competence & 3.04 – Accountability in Supervision)
• Taryn agreed to attend remotely if needed, yet she did not follow through or communicate.
• Her lack of initiative to participate suggests a failure to take responsibility for her professional growth.

3. Potentially Falsifying Supervised Hours (BACB Supervision Compliance Standards)
• If Taryn does not complete the required supervision hours, she may be at risk of misrepresenting her supervision compliance, which is a serious ethical violation.

1. Schedule an Immediate One-on-One Meeting
• Address Taryn’s repeated absences and express concern about her supervision compliance.
• Use objective data (e.g., attendance records, previous warnings).
• Example:
✅ “Taryn, I noticed you missed another group supervision session without notice, despite our previous discussion about alternative options. Supervision is critical for your certification and professional growth. Can you help me understand what’s going on?”

2. Reinforce the Importance of Supervision Compliance
• Explain that missing supervision puts her certification at risk.
• Remind her that participation is mandatory and must be documented accurately.
• Example:
✅ “Your RBT certification requires a set amount of supervision hours per month. If you miss sessions without making them up, you could fall below the BACB’s requirements, which may affect your certification status.”

3. Implement a Formal Remediation Plan (If Necessary)
• If Taryn continues missing supervision, place her on a remediation plan to track attendance.
• Set clear expectations:
• No more unexcused absences.
• If she misses a session again, disciplinary action may follow.
• Require written confirmation for participation in alternative sessions.

4. Increase Accountability Measures
• Have Taryn confirm future attendance in writing (e.g., email reminders).
• Require weekly check-ins to ensure compliance.

5. Escalate if Behavior Persists
• If Taryn continues to miss supervision, consider:
• Reducing her caseload until she demonstrates commitment to supervision.
• Reporting the issue to an administrator or HR for further action.
• If she remains noncompliant, discussing the potential consequences for her certification status.

not complying w/ supervision requirements

pip

This is not professional

Provide with trainings and consequence plan

Taryn is not meeting his supervision requirements and is Not acting professional. Supervisor has arranged times to make up his supervision and he’s not maintaining the Appointments. Not being respectful of the supervisors time and is not communicating the reason why he’s not able to make it to the supervision meeting

I would document all The arrangements that were made in order to support the person and meeting that should provision requirements. I would also document to my follow up email regarding miss sessions, and if this was already part of the plan to improve, and this person is not improving, then we would move towards termination of the supervisory relationship.

If Taryn is missing supervision sessions it goes against the BACB guidelines.

I would give her a chance to do a makeup but then report her to the BACB and guide her to find another supervisor.

yes - missing requirements for supervision and not improving performance following feedback

revisit contract and ethical guidelines - report a violation if occurs again

Missing supervision, resulting in disruption to the supervisory relationship.

I would try to understand the reason behind the missed supervision meetings and address the problem there within the context of an improvement plan.

Taryn is not complying with BACB supervision requirements (3.01)

The supervisor has made several attempts to make-up supervision sessions with Taryn and provided an alternative if in-person was not feasible. The issue has met the third critical condition and the supervisor should follow the flow chart with submitting a notice of alleged violation with the BACB.