Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time

ICBD•Tampa, FL

12d•$40,248 - $47,008•Onsite

About The Position

ABA Centers of Florida is hiring a full-time Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to provide Applied Behavior Analysis therapy in Tampa, Florida. The role delivers individualized care to people with autism in homes, schools, communities, clinics, or other settings based on client needs. Technicians teach communication, social, and daily living skills and implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision. The position also involves collecting and documenting session data, coordinating with BCBAs, other team members, and families, participating in team meetings and ongoing training, and assisting with administrative and clinical support tasks. BTs complete a paid 40-hour training program over two consecutive weeks, 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 precepting. The stated starting rate is $19.35 per hour for BTs and $21.40 per hour for RBTs. Final compensation depends on experience, training, and education. Required availability is Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with potential Saturday and/or Sunday hours from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Training availability is Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The organization offers paid training, mentorship, structured career advancement, and a range of benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Availability during mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and insurance.
Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and a driving record review.
Behavior Technicians must complete a 40-hour paid training program over two consecutive weeks, followed by hands-on precepting, and pass the RBT exam within 45 days.
Registered Behavior Technicians must have active certification in good standing and complete one week of paid training followed by hands-on precepting.
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 depending 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

Structured career advancement through the Level Up Program, with $1 per hour pay increases at RBT Levels 2 and 3 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.
Paid RBT training.
Mentorship toward BCBA certification.
21 paid days off: 15 PTO days that increase with tenure, plus 6 paid holidays.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life, AD&D, and GAP Plan insurance.
401(k) with up to 6% employer match.
100% employer-paid maternity and paternity leave for up to 5 weeks.
EAP with unlimited 24/7 counseling.
BeyondMed discounts on wellness and elective healthcare services.
PerkSpot discounts on top brands.
Pet insurance through Nationwide.
On the GoGa wellbeing hub.
Mileage reimbursement.
Performance bonus potential.
Referral bonuses for BCBAs and RBTs.