Registered Behavior Technician - RBT/BT - Full-Time

ICBD•Knoxville, TN

2h•$39,520 - $45,760

About The Position

ABA Centers of Tennessee is hiring a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or Behavior Technician (BT) in Knoxville, Tennessee, to deliver Applied Behavior Analysis therapy and support meaningful outcomes for individuals with autism and their families. The role provides paid training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities. 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 have active certification in good standing and complete one week of paid training followed by hands-on precepting. The position delivers therapy in homes, schools, communities, clinics, or other venues based on client needs. Employees implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision, teach communication, social, and daily living skills, collect and document session data, collaborate with BCBAs, coworkers, and families, attend team meetings and training, and assist with administrative and clinical support tasks as needed. Training availability is required Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. The posting also requires availability during mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays. The starting rate is $20.85 per hour for RBTs and $19 per hour for BTs; final compensation depends on experience, training, and education. Full-time benefits include paid time off and holidays, health and insurance options, retirement matching, paid parental leave, mileage reimbursement, performance bonus potential, referral bonuses, and career development programs.

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 vehicle insurance.
Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and driving record review.
BTs must complete a 40-hour paid training program over two consecutive weeks, followed by 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 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 depending 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 RBT training.
Structured career advancement through the Level Up Program, with a $1-per-hour increase per level upon competency completion.
Apprenticeship program with training and supervision hours.
Full-tuition scholarship opportunity at Temple University for a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.
Professional development opportunities for certification.
Mentorship toward BCBA certification.
21 paid days off: 15 PTO days, increasing with tenure, plus 6 paid holidays.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options.
Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life, AD&D, and GAP Plan insurance.
401(k) with up to 6% employer match.
100% employer-paid maternity and paternity leave for up to 5 weeks.
Employee Assistance Program with unlimited 24/7 counseling.
BeyondMed discounts on wellness and elective healthcare services.
PerkSpot discounts on top brands.
Pet insurance.
On the GoGa wellbeing hub.
Mileage reimbursement.
Performance bonus potential.
Referral bonuses for BCBAs and RBTs.