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

BlueSprig•Ocala, FL

27d•$19 - $21

About The Position

Florida Autism Center, part of the BlueSprig family of companies, is hiring compassionate, motivated Behavior Technicians and Registered Behavior Technicians to provide ABA therapy to children with autism spectrum disorders. The role may be based in a center or in clients’ homes and involves working one-on-one or in small groups. No direct ABA experience is required: paid training, company-paid RBT certification, daily mentorship, and hands-on support are provided. An on-site BCBA offers real-time clinical guidance. A structured career path includes RBT Levels 1–4 and Lead RBT, with pay increases at each level. This is a full-time position with a Monday–Friday schedule between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Hours vary based on client needs and scheduling and are not guaranteed. Optional Saturdays are available twice per month based on client needs. Start is immediate, pending successful completion of onboarding and a background check. Pay is $19–$21 per billable RBT hour, based on experience. After BT training and before RBT certification, pay is $16 per billable client hour; non-billable training and administrative time is paid at $15 per hour. Candidates with an active RBT certification at hire receive a $200 bonus on their first paycheck. Applicable drive time for in-home sessions is paid at the state minimum wage. Florida Autism Center describes itself as part of a nationwide organization with services in 140+ centers across 19 states. BlueSprig emphasizes professional development, inclusion, and equitable employment practices.

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 getting on and off the floor frequently.
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 pass the required background check, which may include criminal history and driving record reviews.

Nice To Haves

An active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification at the time of hire; candidates with this qualification receive a $200 first-paycheck bonus.
Direct ABA experience is not 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 certification.
Daily mentorship and hands-on support, including dedicated on-site BCBA support.
Career growth opportunities and a structured RBT career path with pay increases at each level.
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, allowing employees to choose when they get paid.
Paid drive time at the state minimum wage for applicable in-home sessions.
Continuing education units, conferences, leadership development opportunities, research and advocacy initiatives, and ongoing mentorship and training.