Behavior Technician - BT - Part-Time

ICBD•Seymour, CT

About The Position

ABA Centers of Connecticut is seeking a part-time Behavior Technician to deliver Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and support individualized care for people with autism and their families. The role may involve working in homes, schools, communities, clinics, or other venues depending on client needs. Behavior Technicians teach communication, social, and daily living skills and implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision. The role also involves collecting and documenting session data, collaborating with BCBAs, colleagues, and families, participating in team meetings and ongoing training, and assisting with administrative and clinical support tasks. Behavior Technicians complete a paid 40-hour training program over two consecutive weeks at the same pay rate, followed by hands-on precepting, and must pass the RBT exam within 45 days. Training availability is required Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The listed schedule requires availability Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The starting rate for a BT is $22.25 per hour; final compensation depends on experience, training, and education. The posting also lists an RBT starting rate of $24.60 per hour and referral bonuses of $500 for an RBT and $5,000 for a BCBA.

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 driving record review.
Availability for training Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Complete the 40-hour paid training program over two consecutive weeks, followed by precepting, and pass the RBT exam within 45 days.

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.
Complete the required 40-hour paid training program over two consecutive weeks, followed by hands-on precepting.
Pass the RBT exam within 45 days.

Benefits

Structured career advancement through the Level Up Program, with a $1/hour pay increase per level upon competency completion for RBT Level 2 and Level 3.
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.
401(k) with up to 3% employer match.
Mileage reimbursement.
Performance bonus potential.
Referral bonuses for BCBAs and RBTs.