Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time

ICBD•Bethany, CT

21d

About The Position

ABA Centers of Connecticut is hiring Behavior Technicians and Registered Behavior Technicians to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to people with autism and their families. The role delivers individualized support in homes, schools, communities, clinics, or other venues based on client needs. Behavior Technicians implement treatment plans under BCBA supervision, teach communication, social, and daily living skills, collect and document session data, collaborate with BCBAs, colleagues, and families, and assist with administrative and clinical support tasks. For the BT position, employees complete a paid 40-hour training program over two consecutive weeks, followed by hands-on supervised precepting, and must pass the RBT exam within 45 days. RBTs must hold active certification in good standing and complete one week of paid training followed by precepting. Training availability is required Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The organization offers career advancement, training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 6 months of relevant experience, including internships or related roles.
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 Behavior Technicians: complete a paid 40-hour training program over two consecutive weeks, participate in hands-on supervised precepting, and pass the RBT exam within 45 days.
For Registered Behavior Technicians: active certification in good standing.
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 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 career advancement through the Level Up Program, with $1 per hour increases at Levels 2 and 3 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.
For full-time employees: 21 paid days off, consisting of 15 PTO days that increase with tenure and 6 paid holidays.
Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account options.
Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life, AD&D, and GAP Plan insurance.
401(k) with up to 6% employer match.
100% employer-paid maternity and paternity leave for up to 5 weeks.
Employee Assistance Program with unlimited 24/7 counseling.
BeyondMed discounts on wellness and elective healthcare services.
PerkSpot discounts on top brands.
Pet insurance.
On the GoGa wellbeing hub.
Mileage reimbursement.
Potential performance bonus.
Referral bonuses for BCBAs and RBTs.