Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
About The Position
Alpaca Health is a multi-state network of independent ABA therapists working in homes, schools, and daycares. The role works one-on-one with children with autism in their homes, classrooms, and communities. The RBT follows a personalized plan from a BCBA, implements behavior strategies, collects data, and builds consistent relationships that support children’s growth. A dedicated BCBA provides close mentorship and is reachable for support. Applicants may already have an active RBT certification or be motivated to earn one. For those who are not certified, Alpaca Health can help identify a path to certification, provide support preparing for and taking the exam, and match candidates with practices that may reimburse training and pay for hands-on learning. The position offers career growth support, including a path toward BCBA certification. Full-time and part-time arrangements are available, with some flexibility across mornings, afternoons, and evenings to meet client needs.
Requirements
- Have an active RBT certification or be motivated to earn one.
- Genuinely enjoy working with children, especially children who need extra patience and creativity.
- Have reliable availability across mornings, afternoons, or evenings to provide consistency for clients.
- Have reliable transportation to reach client homes and schools.
- Be able to keep up physically, including getting on the floor, moving around, staying active, and lifting approximately 50 pounds.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Pass a background check.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in education, childcare, psychology, social work, or another role involving working with children.
Responsibilities
- Work one-on-one with children with autism in their homes, classrooms, and communities.
- Follow a personalized plan developed by a BCBA.
- Implement behavior strategies.
- Collect data.
- Build consistent relationships that help children grow.
Benefits
- $20–$27 per hour, based on experience and location.
- Direct mentorship from a dedicated BCBA.
- Career growth support, including a path toward BCBA certification.
- Depending on the practice, reimbursement for RBT training and paid hands-on learning while earning certification.
- Support preparing for and taking the RBT certification exam.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
