Behavior Technician
About The Position
The Behavior Technician (BT)/Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) provides direct, evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis services to children, teens, and young adults under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). The role involves implementing individualized treatment plans, teaching new skills, reducing challenging behaviors, collecting behavioral data, completing session documentation, and supporting caregiver participation in intervention. This is a part-time, in-person clinical role. Services may take place in clients’ homes, clinics, schools, community environments, or other designated locations, depending on client and program needs. The position includes ongoing clinical supervision, coaching, onboarding, training, and professional development. It is intended for someone who wants hands-on experience and to build a long-term career in ABA.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis principles.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to accurately collect behavioral data and complete clinical documentation.
- Comfort using technology for scheduling, communication, and data collection.
- Ability to follow individualized treatment plans and clinical direction.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a clinical team.
- Comfort providing in-person services.
- Ability to travel reliably to assigned client service locations as required.
- Professionalism, dependability, patience, and compassion.
- Commitment to ethical and evidence-based practice.
Nice To Haves
- Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification in good standing; certification is not required.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree.
- Prior experience working with children or individuals with developmental disabilities; preferred but not required for all openings.
- Interest in additional education or advanced certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one ABA therapy in in-person service settings.
- Implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision.
- Implement skill acquisition and behavior reduction programs.
- Use evidence-based teaching strategies during therapy sessions.
- Collect and record accurate behavioral and skill-acquisition data.
- Complete required session documentation accurately and on time.
- Maintain a safe, engaging, and positive therapeutic environment.
- Work with supervising BCBAs and other clinical team members.
- Participate in clinical meetings, supervision, training, and professional development.
- Communicate client progress, observations, and concerns to the supervising BCBA.
- Follow clinical recommendations and treatment protocols.
- Support caregiver participation as directed by the supervising BCBA.
- Model appropriate intervention strategies when appropriate.
- Help caregivers support treatment goals and skill generalization.
- Maintain professional and respectful relationships with clients, caregivers, and colleagues.
- Maintain confidentiality and follow applicable ethical and professional standards.
- Maintain RBT certification and comply with applicable BACB requirements.
- Remain open to feedback and continuously develop clinical skills.
- Travel reliably to assigned client service locations as required.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay: BT: $22–$26/hour; RBT: $27–$30/hour.
- Paid training.
- Paid supervision.
- Health benefits for eligible employees.
- 401(k) options.
- Paid time off where applicable.
- Free professional development opportunities.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
