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

BlueSprig•New Port Richey, FL

4d•$20 - $22

About The Position

Florida Autism Center, part of the BlueSprig family of companies, is hiring compassionate and motivated Behavior Technicians and Registered Behavior Technicians to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism spectrum disorders. Services are provided in center-based and/or home-based settings, with clients seen individually or in small groups. No prior ABA experience is required: the company provides paid training, ongoing mentorship, and support. Candidates who complete BT training but have not yet completed RBT certification are paid $16 per billable client hour; active RBTs hired with certification are eligible for a $200 bonus on their first paycheck. The role offers an RBT career ladder, with progression through RBT Levels 1–4 and Lead RBT, including pay increases at each level. This is a full-time position with schedules generally Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.; hours vary based on client needs and scheduling and are not guaranteed. Optional Saturdays may be available twice per month based on client needs. Benefits for full-time employees working 30 or more hours include health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, a 401(k) with company match, PTO, and paid holidays, including three floating holidays. Other offerings include paid training, company-paid RBT certification, daily mentorship, tuition discounts through Capella University, Daily Pay, and paid drive time at state minimum wage for applicable in-home sessions. The position requires a background check, which may include criminal history and driving record reviews.

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 pounds.
Be comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and getting on and off the floor frequently.
Have a Florida Driver License before the end of training.
Complete fingerprinting required for Florida Medicaid.
Complete the required background check, which may include criminal history and driving record reviews.
Demonstrate passion for helping children and families.
Have strong communication and teamwork skills.

Nice To Haves

An active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification at the time of hire; eligible candidates receive a $200 bonus on their first paycheck.

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

Competitive hourly pay: $19.50–$21.50 for billable RBT hours based on experience; $16 per billable client hour after BT training and before RBT certification; $15 per hour for non-billable training and administrative time.
Fully paid training.
Company-paid Registered Behavior Technician certification.
Daily mentorship and hands-on support.
Career growth opportunities and advancement pathways, including RBT Levels 1–4 and Lead RBT with pay increases at each level.
Health insurance for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
Dental insurance for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
Vision insurance for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
Wellness programs for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
401(k) with company match.
PTO.
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 state minimum wage for applicable in-home sessions.
Block scheduling intended to maximize hours and create consistency through multiple client opportunities.
Dedicated on-site BCBA support, including real-time clinical guidance, mentorship, and support.
Continuing Education Units (CEUs), conferences, leadership development opportunities, research and advocacy initiatives, and ongoing mentorship and training.