ABA Behavior Technician

ABA Pathways LLC • Portage, MI

14h • $16 - $25

About The Position

ABA Pathways is seeking kind, energetic, and compassionate Behavior Technicians to work directly with children and young teens with autism. The role helps clients build essential life skills through individualized, positive, play-based support in clinic, home, and community settings. No prior experience is required; paid training and ongoing professional development are provided. The organization’s mission is to help individuals on the autism spectrum thrive and is guided by kindness, person-centered care, responsibility, service to others, and teamwork.

Requirements

• Love working and playing with children.
• Be kind, patient, and adaptable in a variety of situations.
• Communicate well and thrive in a team environment.
• Demonstrate responsibility and dependability.
• Be open to feedback and eager to grow professionally.
• Have availability 8:00 PM–6:30 PM, Monday through Friday, and one Saturday per month.
• Be comfortable potentially working in home and community settings.
• Be comfortable working with technology such as Google Workspace.
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds and actively engage in play and movement.
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Be able to pass a background check and TB test.
• Have a valid driver’s license or state ID.

Nice To Haves

• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain it.
• Experience working with children, particularly in applied behavior analysis (ABA) or education.
• RBT certification or coursework in psychology, education, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Use positive reinforcement and play-based teaching to help children learn new skills.
• Collect and track progress data accurately.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to support each child’s goals.
• Build trusting, respectful relationships with children, families, and teammates.
• Complete session notes and other administrative tasks on time.

Benefits

• Paid training and ongoing professional development.
• Health insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Supplemental insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company matching for full-time employees.
• Career advancement opportunities and a professional development program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED