Registered Behavior Technician

Acorn Health•Ypsilanti, MI

About The Position

Acorn Health is an Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) treatment provider focused on delivering high-quality care and individualized treatment for children with autism. Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) work directly with clients to provide intensive ABA interventions under the supervision of Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), who develop each client’s treatment plan. The role involves working collaboratively with clients’ families, supervisors, and interdisciplinary team members to support meaningful and functionally independent outcomes. Services may be provided in a center, a client’s home, a school, or another clinically indicated location. Schedules may involve driving between clients. Acorn Health describes a workplace centered on ethical treatment, teamwork, authenticity, and professional growth, with career development opportunities for staff. The position also offers paid initial and continuing RBT training, professional development, and BACB fieldwork supervision at no cost for employees pursuing ABA coursework.

Requirements

Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Should enjoy working on an interdisciplinary team and collaborating with others.
Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Passion for helping others.
Must be able to pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification is highly preferred.
At least 1–2 years of experience working with children is highly preferred.
At least 1 year of ABA experience is preferred.
A bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver one-to-one direct ABA treatment to clients to increase skills, decrease problem behaviors, and strengthen behavioral supports.
Work closely with the supervising BCBA and other team members to support high-quality service delivery.
Support parent and caregiver training as directed by the BCBA.
Collect data and document client records to monitor progress and inform treatment decisions.
Communicate regularly with parents, supervisors, and others as needed to inform and improve treatment plans.
Provide services in a center, home, school, or other location as clinically indicated.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates starting at $19 per hour.
Paid time off.
Paid holidays.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Retirement plan.
Supplemental insurance options, such as life insurance.
Paid initial and continued RBT training.
Continued professional development opportunities.
Supportive supervisors and mentors.
BACB fieldwork supervision at no cost for employees pursuing coursework in ABA.
Tuition discounts from university partners.
Opportunities for career advancement.
Apprentice Program supervised fieldwork aligned with the BACB Task List 5 for employees pursuing BCBA or BCaBA certification. Benefits are available to full-time staff; some benefits are also available to part-time staff.