Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time
About The Position
ABA Centers of Georgia is hiring a full-time Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in Savannah, Georgia. The role provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to clients with autism in homes, schools, communities, clinics, or other venues based on client needs. Technicians teach communication, social, and daily living skills and implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision. They collect and document session data, collaborate with BCBAs, coworkers, and families, participate in meetings and training, and assist with administrative and clinical support tasks as needed. The starting rate is $22.25 per hour for BTs and $24.60 per hour for RBTs. Final compensation depends on experience, training, and education. BTs complete a paid 40-hour training program over two consecutive weeks at the same rate of pay, followed by hands-on precepting, and must pass the RBT exam within 45 days. RBTs must hold active certification in good standing and complete one week of paid training followed by hands-on precepting. Training availability is required Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The employer offers paid training, mentorship, career advancement, an apprenticeship program, professional development, and opportunities to pursue BCBA certification. Full-time employees are offered paid time off and holidays, insurance and savings-plan options, employer-matched 401(k), paid parental leave, counseling and wellbeing resources, discounts, pet insurance, mileage reimbursement, and potential performance and referral bonuses.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 6 months of relevant experience, including internships or related roles.
- Availability during mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance.
- Ability to pass background checks and drug screening, and to pass a driving record review.
- For BTs: complete a paid 40-hour training program over two consecutive weeks, complete hands-on precepting, and pass the RBT exam within 45 days.
- For RBTs: active certification in good standing; complete one week of paid training followed by hands-on precepting.
- BT and RBT candidates must be available for training Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in childcare, education, or related fields.
- Experience working with children or adolescents.
- Prior exposure to ABA services.
Responsibilities
- Deliver ABA therapy in homes, schools, communities, clinics, or other venues based on client needs.
- Teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
- Implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision.
- Collect, organize, and accurately document session data.
- Work closely with BCBAs, team members, and families.
- Participate in team meetings and ongoing training.
- Assist with administrative and clinical support tasks as needed.
Benefits
- 21 paid days off: 15 PTO days, increasing with tenure, plus 6 paid holidays.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Long-term disability and life insurance.
- AD&D insurance and GAP Plan (TransAmerica).
- 401(k) with up to 6% employer match.
- Employer-paid maternity and paternity leave for up to 5 weeks.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with unlimited 24/7 counseling.
- BeyondMed discounts on wellness and elective healthcare services.
- PerkSpot discounts on top brands.
- Pet insurance (Nationwide).
- On the GoGa wellbeing hub.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Potential performance bonuses.
- Referral bonuses for BCBAs and RBTs.
- Paid RBT training.
- Structured career advancement through the Level Up Program, with a $1-per-hour increase per level upon competency completion.
- Apprenticeship program with training and supervision hours provided.
- Full-tuition scholarship opportunity at a designated university for a master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Professional development opportunities for certification.
- Mentorship toward BCBA certification.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
