Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

BlueSprig•Melbourne, FL

25d•$15 - $23

About The Position

Florida Autism Center, part of the BlueSprig family of companies, is seeking compassionate, motivated individuals to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism spectrum disorders. The role may begin as a Behavior Technician (BT) or be filled by an already certified Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). No direct ABA experience is required; the company provides fully paid training, RBT certification, ongoing mentorship, and professional development. Therapy is delivered in center-based and/or home-based settings, including one-on-one or small-group work with clients. Hours vary based on client needs and scheduling and are not guaranteed. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM, with optional Saturdays available twice per month based on client needs. Immediate openings are available pending successful completion of onboarding and a background check. Compensation is $20.00–$23.00 per hour for billable RBT hours, based on experience, with a stated top range of $23 for Lead RBT plus up to $2.00 in tenure. Billable client hours after BT training and before RBT certification are paid at $16.00 per hour, and non-billable training and administrative time is paid at $15.00 per hour. Applicable in-home drive time is paid at the state minimum wage. Candidates with an active RBT certification at hire receive a $200 bonus on their first paycheck. The company offers a structured RBT Career Path Program with progression through RBT Levels 1–4 and Lead RBT, including pay increases at each level. The position involves teaching communication, social, behavioral, and self-help skills; collecting and recording progress data; communicating updates about treatment goals and progress; collaborating with families, supervisors, and team members; and following company policies, confidentiality requirements, and mandated reporting standards. Employees attend trainings, meetings, and workshops for continued professional development. The posting describes a supportive, collaborative team culture, daily mentorship, hands-on support, centralized block scheduling, and dedicated on-site BCBA guidance. Full-time employees working 30 or more hours are offered health, dental, and vision insurance and wellness programs. Other listed benefits include a 401(k) with company match, PTO, paid holidays including three floating holidays, tuition discount opportunities through Capella University, and Daily Pay. BlueSprig also describes continuing education units, conferences, leadership development opportunities, research and advocacy initiatives, and ongoing mentorship and training.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Maintain reliable attendance and punctuality.
Have reliable transportation.
Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Be comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and frequently getting on and off the floor.
Have a passion for helping children and families.
Have strong communication and teamwork skills.
Obtain a Florida Driver License before the end of training.
Complete fingerprinting required for Florida Medicaid.
Complete onboarding and a background check; the check may include criminal history and driving record reviews, subject to applicable laws.

Nice To Haves

An active RBT certification at the time of hire; candidates with one receive a $200 bonus on their first paycheck.
No direct ABA experience is required; paid training is provided.

Responsibilities

Provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy in center-based and/or home-based settings.
Teach communication, social, behavioral, and self-help skills to children with autism.
Work one-on-one or in small-group settings with clients.
Collect and record data to track client progress.
Provide written and verbal updates regarding treatment goals and progress.
Collaborate with families, supervisors, and team members.
Attend trainings, meetings, and workshops for continued professional development.
Follow company policies, confidentiality requirements, and mandated reporting standards.

Benefits

Fully paid training.
Company-paid Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
Daily mentorship and hands-on support.
Career growth opportunities and clear advancement pathways, including pay increases through the RBT Career Path Program.
Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and wellness programs for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
401(k) with company match.
PTO and paid holidays, including three floating holidays.
Tuition discount opportunities through Capella University.
Daily Pay.
Paid drive time at state minimum wage for applicable in-home sessions.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs), conferences, leadership development opportunities, research and advocacy initiatives, and ongoing mentorship and training.