Behavior Technician (RBT) - Silver Spring
About The Position
Helping Hands Family (HHF) is hiring a Registered Behavior Technician to provide personalized, play-based applied behavior analysis therapy to children with autism. The role delivers one-on-one care in clinics, clients’ homes, or community settings, helping children develop daily living and social skills through evidence-based treatments and positive reinforcement. Technicians implement sessions designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), collect behavior data accurately, and collaborate with the team to support each child’s progress. HHF provides paid RBT training and exam preparation. New hires are expected to complete the training and pass the RBT exam within 90 days of hire. The position offers career development opportunities, including the HHF Fellowship program for aspiring BCBAs and the RBT Rise development program.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Comfort working with children.
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as walking, running, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
- Strong communication skills for interacting with clients’ families.
- Reliable transportation.
- Willingness to complete company-provided RBT training and pass the RBT exam within 90 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in a human services area preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one direct care to children with autism in clinics, at home, or in the community.
- Teach daily living and social skills using evidence-based treatments and positive reinforcement.
- Implement therapy sessions designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
- Accurately collect behavior data and collaborate with the team to support each child’s progress.
Benefits
- 20% pay differential for client-facing sessions that extend past 6 p.m. or for Saturday sessions.
- Comprehensive paid RBT training and exam.
- Paid travel time and mileage reimbursement.
- Paid vacation, holidays, and family leave.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Employee referral program offering up to $3,000.
- Career advancement opportunities, including the HHF Fellowship program and RBT Rise development program with built-in pay increases.
- Tuition discounts from university partners.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
