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

BlueSprig•Brandon, FL

3d•$20 - $22

About The Position

Florida Autism Center, part of the BlueSprig family of companies, is hiring a Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism spectrum disorders. Services are delivered in center-based and/or home-based settings, in one-on-one or small-group sessions. The role offers paid training, mentorship, and professional development for candidates who are new to ABA as well as those who already hold RBT certification. This is a full-time position with a schedule Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM. Hours vary according to client needs and scheduling and are not guaranteed. Optional Saturday shifts may be available twice per month, based on client needs. The position has immediate openings, subject to successful completion of onboarding and a background check. Compensation for billable RBT hours is $20–$22 per hour, based on experience. After completing BT training but before completing RBT certification, employees receive $15 for each billable client hour; non-billable training and administrative time is paid at $14 per hour. Applicable drive time for in-home sessions is paid at the state minimum wage. Candidates with an active RBT certification at hire receive a $200 bonus on their first paycheck. The employer provides fully paid training and pays for RBT certification. A structured career path offers progression through RBT Levels 1–4 and Lead RBT, with pay increases at each level. The position includes daily mentorship, dedicated on-site BCBA support, and opportunities for continued professional development. Health, dental, vision, and wellness benefits are available to full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.

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's 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.

Nice To Haves

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

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, including dedicated on-site BCBA clinical guidance.
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 per week.
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.