Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Alpaca Health • Phenix City, AL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Alpaca Health is hiring certified Registered Behavior Technicians and people motivated to earn RBT certification. RBTs work one-on-one with children with autism in homes, classrooms, and communities. They follow personalized plans from a BCBA, implement behavior strategies, collect data, and build consistent relationships that support children’s growth. Each RBT is paired with a dedicated BCBA who provides mentorship and is closely involved and reachable.

For candidates who are not yet certified, the role offers support toward certification, including help preparing for and taking the certification exam. Depending on the practice, RBT training may be reimbursed and hands-on learning may be paid. The position offers full-time or part-time schedules, 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.
• 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.
• Be able to 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 personalized plans provided 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, training reimbursement and paid hands-on learning for those earning RBT certification.

What This Job Offers

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