Behavioral Technician

Behavioral Innovations • Arlington, TX

17d • Onsite

About The Position

Behavioral Innovations is hiring entry-level Behavioral Technicians and experienced Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) to provide clinic-based applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism at its North Arlington Treatment Center. Paid training, BCBA supervision, RBT certification support, and opportunities for career growth are provided. The role serves children ages 18 months to 10 years.

The centers operate Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., with occasional half-day Saturdays. Full-time is preferred. Part-time employees must have open availability within the operating hours and work at least 25 hours per week; hours may vary by center.

Hourly pay ranges by training and certification level: Entry Level during training, $15.00; RBT I (1–3 months certified), $16.00; RBT II (3–6 months certified), $16.50; RBT III (6–9 months certified), $18.00; RBT IV (9–12 months certified), $19.00; RBT V (12+ months certified), $20.00; and Senior RBT (12+ months at Behavioral Innovations, dependent on client count), $21.00. The stated future BCBA career path is ABA Intern, Lead RBT, ABA Apprentice, BCBA, and Clinical Leadership.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Reliable transportation to the clinic.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Willingness to obtain RBT certification within 60 days if not already certified.
• CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain it; training is provided by Behavioral Innovations.
• Must complete and successfully pass a background check, including child abuse registry clearance, and a drug screening as a condition of employment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to sit, kneel, bend, and stand for extended periods during sessions.
• Ability to move quickly, including occasional running, to respond to client safety needs.
• Visual and auditory alertness to monitor client behavior and the environment.
• Ability to physically prompt or redirect clients as part of therapy protocols.

Nice To Haves

• Active RBT certification.
• Experience with children, autism, or developmental disabilities.
• Background in childcare, education, behavioral health, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one, center-based ABA therapy to children ages 18 months to 10 years.
• Implement treatment plans under BCBA supervision.
• Collect and record behavioral data.
• Support clients’ skill development, communication, and social interaction.
• Participate in training, supervision, and team collaboration.
• Maintain a safe and clean therapy environment.
• Assist with client transitions and safety, including physical prompting or redirection as part of therapy protocols.
• Respond to client safety needs.

Benefits

• Paid training and RBT certification support.
• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance.
• 100% tuition reimbursement for the path to BCBA.
• University partnerships and tuition discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Supportive, mission-driven team environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED