Behavior Technician - BT - Part-Time
About The Position
ABA Centers of Rhode Island is hiring a part-time Behavior Technician (BT) to provide Applied Behavior Analysis therapy to individuals with autism. The role may involve working in clients’ homes, schools, communities, clinics, or other venues depending on their needs. BTs teach communication, social, and daily living skills and implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision. The position requires availability Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with potential Saturday hours from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. BTs must also be available for training Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. A BT completes a paid 40-hour training program over two consecutive weeks at the same rate of pay, followed by hands-on precepting, and must pass the RBT exam within 45 days. ABA Centers provides mentorship, paid training, and opportunities for career advancement, including progression to higher RBT levels and a tuition scholarship opportunity for a designated University’s Master’s degree program in Applied Behavior Analysis.
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.
- For BTs: complete a 40-hour paid training program over two consecutive weeks, followed by hands-on precepting, and pass the RBT exam within 45 days.
- Availability for BT/RBT 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
- Paid RBT training.
- Structured Level Up career advancement program, with a $1 per hour pay increase at each level 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.
- Mentorship toward BCBA certification.
- 401(k) with up to 3% employer match.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Potential performance bonus.
- $500 RBT referral bonus.
- $5,000 BCBA referral bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
