Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

ABA Therapy for Autism • Lakewood, CO

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Action Behavior Centers is hiring a full-time Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in Lakewood, Colorado. The role provides one-on-one, play-based ABA therapy to children ages 18 months to 8 years. Technicians follow personalized treatment plans, collect session data, and help children learn through activities such as play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on exercises. The position involves staying active throughout sessions and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment while collaborating with a supportive team.

The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with predictable daytime hours and no nights. Optional Saturday shifts may be available based on patient needs. The employer describes opportunities for advancement into Clinical Administrator and Operations Manager roles, or into BCBA roles through its Everest Program.

Active RBT certification is required. Applicants without certification must be willing to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire. The posting lists hourly pay ranges based on education and previous ABA experience: $20.25–$24 for a high school diploma or associate degree, $21–$25.50 for a bachelor’s degree, and $21–$28 for a master’s degree. Immediate openings are available.

Requirements

• Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification is required.
• At least 18 years old.
• High school diploma.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Comfortable sitting, standing, crouching, and frequently getting on and off the floor.
• Able to maintain an active pace while working with young children.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to complete paid RBT certification within 20 days of hire if needed.
• Team mindset and willingness to occasionally support a nearby clinic when additional coverage is needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one, play-based ABA therapy to children ages 18 months to 8 years.
• Follow personalized treatment plans and collect session data.
• Help children learn through play, movement, reading, games, and hands-on activities.
• Stay active and engaged throughout therapy sessions.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment.
• Collaborate with a supportive team focused on helping children grow and succeed.
• Occasionally support a nearby ABC clinic if additional coverage is needed.

Benefits

• Guaranteed full-time hours.
• Raises every six months.
• Health insurance covered at 90%.
• Dental and vision benefits.
• 10 paid holidays.
• 10 PTO days.
• 2 flex days.
• Free Friday lunch.
• DoorDash DashPass.
• Calm app access.
• Student loan repayment support.
• Paid training and fully covered RBT certification.
• Supportive, team-focused culture.

What This Job Offers

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