Behavior Technician
About The Position
Step Forward ABA is seeking a Behavior Technician to help children with Autism reach their full potential. The role involves working one-on-one with children in a supportive and inclusive environment, using evidence-based ABA techniques and fun, interactive activities tailored to each child's needs. The goal is to help children develop essential skills, build confidence, and promote independence, social skills, and personal growth. The position includes teaching communication and functional skills, implementing behavior plans, monitoring outcomes, and adjusting strategies as needed. Technicians also collect and maintain accurate records, complete daily progress notes, communicate with behavior analysts, families, and peers, and may restructure environments to support positive outcomes and reduce problematic behaviors. The role requires travel and work in in-home settings.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Pass a national criminal background check.
- Complete the RBT certification process within 30 days of employment.
- Have reliable transportation.
- Be able to physically engage with children in a fast-paced environment, lift up to 30 pounds, and maintain a safe and tidy workspace.
- Be willing to travel and work in in-home settings.
Nice To Haves
- RBT certification.
- Spanish-speaking skills.
- Childcare experience, such as nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, or tutor.
- Experience as a mental health advocate or professional, such as QMHP or behavioral health technician.
- Experience as a camp counselor, volunteer, youth faith group leader, or youth coach.
- A degree in special education, teaching, psychology, sociology, or a related field.
- Experience in direct support, as a paraprofessional, or as a life skills assistant.
Responsibilities
- Work one-on-one with children using evidence-based ABA techniques and activities tailored to each child's needs.
- Teach skills that enhance communication and functioning.
- Implement and facilitate behavior plans, monitor outcomes, and adjust strategies as needed.
- Restructure environments to support positive outcomes and reduce problematic behaviors.
- Collect data and maintain accurate records.
- Communicate with behavior analysts, families, and peers to coordinate activities and advocate for individual needs.
- Complete daily progress notes.
Benefits
- $300 sign-on bonus for active state RBT licensure.
- PTO and/or sick time in compliance with state requirements, accruing from day one.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance available to full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
- Annual celebrations and team events.
- 401(k) with matching.
- Flexible schedule options.
- Professional development assistance.
- Tuition discount for several online universities.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Paid RBT training program in select regions.
- Student Analyst Program.
- Referral program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
