Behavior Technician(RBT) - Columbia, MD
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 provides one-on-one direct care in clinics, clients’ homes, or community settings, helping children build developmental, 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. The company provides RBT training and exam preparation, and new hires are expected to pass the RBT exam within 90 days of hire. The position also requires reliable transportation and the physical ability to walk, run, and lift up to 50 pounds. Offers are contingent on a comprehensive background check and completion of E-Verify. HHF does not provide immigration sponsorship.
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 after 6 p.m. or 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 for aspiring BCBAs and the 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
