Registered Behavior Technician - RBT/BT - Part-Time
About The Position
ABA Centers of Tennessee is hiring a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or Behavior Technician (BT) to provide Applied Behavior Analysis therapy and support individuals with autism and their families. The role may involve delivering therapy in homes, schools, communities, clinics, or other venues according to client needs. Technicians teach communication, social, and daily living skills and implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision. The position includes collecting and documenting session data, collaborating with BCBAs, colleagues, and families, attending team meetings and ongoing training, and assisting with administrative and clinical support tasks as needed. 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 must hold active certification in good standing and complete one week of paid training followed by precepting. Training availability is Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The starting rate is $21.40 per hour for RBTs and $19.35 per hour for BTs. Final compensation depends on experience, training, and education. The position is part-time. ABA Centers offers paid training, mentorship, professional development, and a structured path for advancement.
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 and drug screening and to meet driving-record requirements.
- BTs 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.
- RBTs 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.
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 based 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 training, including paid RBT training.
- Structured Level Up career advancement program, with a $1 per hour increase per 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.
- Performance bonus potential.
- $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
