Center-Based Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Centria Autism • Atlanta, GA

9d • $19 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Life Skills Autism Academy is seeking behavior technicians to support children on the Autism Spectrum through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. Registered Behavior Technicians provide therapy in one-to-one and group settings under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Therapy aims to develop language and communication, social, and school-readiness skills. Candidates must hold current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), or be willing to complete a 40-hour training course and take the RBT competency exam within 45 days of employment. The stated pay range is $19–$25. The role requires reliable attendance, professionalism, patience, emotional control, attention to detail, the ability to follow instructions, technology skills for recording data, and effective written and verbal communication. Physical duties include getting down on the floor and standing repeatedly, lifting up to 50 pounds, and moving quickly when needed to interact with and protect children.

Requirements

• Hold and maintain current RBT certification issued by the BACB, or be willing to complete a 40-hour training course and take the RBT competency exam within 45 days of employment.
• Be willing to participate in the company's background-check process if offered employment.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• 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 in the past year.
• Be able to perform the physical duties of the role, including repeatedly getting down on and standing up from the floor, lifting up to 50 pounds, and moving quickly when needed.
• Reliably attend each scheduled therapy appointment.
• Maintain professional presentation and conduct.
• Demonstrate patience, emotional control, a positive attitude, and motivation to help children acquire new skills.
• Have strong attention to detail and perform repetitive tasks precisely.
• Be able to follow and carry out detailed instructions.
• Have sufficient technology skills 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 or tutor.
• Experience as a 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 individualized treatment and behavior-reduction protocols.
• Complete documentation on time and according to established procedures.
• Communicate client progress to parents and caregivers as instructed by the BCBA or BC.
• Use safe and appropriate procedures with clients and report critical incidents and safety concerns appropriately.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.
• Assist the BCBA or BC with preparing client materials, behavior-reduction assessments, and skill-acquisition materials.

What This Job Offers

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