Behavior Technician - RBT/BT - Full-Time

ICBD•Wilmington, DE

25d•$21 - $24

About The Position

ABA Centers of Delaware is hiring a full-time Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to deliver Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and support individuals with autism and their families. Therapy may take place in homes, schools, communities, or clinics. The role teaches communication, social, and daily living skills and implements individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision. The position includes accurately 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 as needed. Candidates who are not yet certified receive paid training and support through the ABA Academy of Excellence to prepare for the RBT exam. 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. RBTs complete one week of paid training followed by hands-on precepting. Training availability is required Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Starting pay is $21.25 per hour for BTs and $23.50 per hour for RBTs. Final compensation is determined by experience, training, and education. Career development includes a structured Level Up Program, apprenticeship training and supervision, professional development, and mentorship toward BCBA certification.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Availability during 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.
Behavior Technician candidates must complete a 40-hour paid training program over two consecutive weeks, followed by hands-on precepting, and pass the RBT exam within 45 days.
Registered Behavior Technician candidates must have active certification in good standing and complete one week of paid training followed by hands-on precepting.
Availability for training Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
NJ candidates must be at least 21 years old and have at least one year of experience working with children, in healthcare, or in a related field.

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, or clinics.
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

Structured Level Up Program with $1 per hour pay increases at RBT Level 2 and Level 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.
Paid RBT training.
Mentorship toward BCBA certification.
For full-time employees: 21 paid days off (15 PTO days and 6 holidays), increasing with tenure.
Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
401(k) with up to 6% employer match.
Mileage reimbursement.
Performance bonus potential.