Center-Based Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
About The Position
Life Skills Autism Academy is seeking behavior technicians to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children on the autism spectrum. Registered Behavior Technicians deliver therapy in one-to-one settings under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, helping children develop language and communication, social, and school-readiness skills. Candidates must hold and maintain current Registered Behavior Technician certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, or be willing to complete a 40-hour training course and take the RBT competency exam within 45 days of employment. The pay range is $18.00–$24.00 per hour, depending on experience and education. The role involves direct client care in individual and group settings, following individualized treatment plans, collecting and documenting behavior data, communicating with families, and maintaining a safe, organized therapy environment.
Requirements
- Hold and maintain current Registered Behavior Technician certification from the BACB, or be willing to complete a 40-hour training course and take the RBT competency exam within 45 days of employment.
- Have at least a high school diploma or GED.
- Be willing to participate in the company’s background-check process if offered a position.
- Have reliable transportation; in some cases, provide proof of a driver’s license and valid car insurance.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certification and complete a TB test if one has not been completed within the past year.
- Be able to perform the physical duties of the job, including repeatedly getting down on and up from the floor, standing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and moving quickly when needed to interact with and protect children.
- Be reliable and attend each scheduled therapy appointment.
- Maintain professional presentation and conduct.
- Demonstrate patience, emotional control, and a positive attitude while helping clients acquire skills, including when clients act out physically or verbally.
- Have strong attention to detail and the ability to perform repetitive tasks precisely and follow detailed instructions.
- Be comfortable using technology to record data on a mobile device and navigate digital applications.
- Have good written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrate cultural competency and remain flexible and open-minded.
Nice To Haves
- Experience as a behavioral technician.
- Experience working with children with autism or other learning disabilities.
- Experience as a teacher’s aide, tutor, CNA, caregiver, or home health aide.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct client care in one-to-one and group settings using intensive teaching and natural environment training.
- Follow behavioral skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction protocols in each client’s individualized treatment plan.
- Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
- Assist with parent and caregiver training in accordance with the client’s individualized treatment and behavior-reduction protocols.
- Complete documentation on time and according to established procedures.
- Communicate with parents and caregivers about client progress as instructed by the BCBA/BC.
- Use safe and appropriate procedures when working with clients and report critical incidents and safety concerns.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.
- Assist the BCBA/BC with preparing client materials, behavior-reduction assessments, and skill-acquisition materials.
Benefits
- Structured career path in behavioral analysis.
- Discounts to hundreds of retail partners through Benefit Hub.
- Access to Centria’s Employee Assistance Plan, including mental health and counseling benefits.
- Early wage access through Rain.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
