Behavior Technician - BT - Part-Time

ICBD • Pawtucket, RI

5d • $22,100 - $24,440

About The Position

ABA Centers of Rhode Island is hiring a part-time Behavior Technician (BT) to deliver Applied Behavior Analysis therapy and support individuals with autism and their families. The role provides paid training, mentorship, and opportunities for career advancement. 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. The position requires training availability Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, and ongoing availability Monday through Friday, 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with potential Saturday availability from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Starting pay for BTs is $21.25 per hour; final compensation depends on experience, training, and education.

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 and drug screening, and to pass a driving record review.
• For BTs: complete a paid 40-hour training program over two consecutive weeks, followed by hands-on precepting, and pass the RBT exam within 45 days.
• BT/RBT training availability 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 according to 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

• Paid RBT training.
• Apprenticeship program with training and supervision hours.
• 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.
• 401(k) with up to 3% employer match.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Performance bonus potential.
• Structured career advancement to RBT Level 2 and Level 3, with a $1-per-hour increase per level upon competency completion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED