Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) — Full-Time — St. Peters, St. Louis, MO

Autism & Behavioral Spectrum•Saint Peters, MO

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Behavior Technician provides one-to-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children ages 2–6 with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a clinic-based setting. The role uses a play-based Reggio ABA™ approach to help children build life skills, including communication, social engagement, toileting, and managing emotions. The RBT implements individualized behavior intervention plans developed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), collects progress data, supports daily care tasks, and works with teammates and families. On-site BCBAs and team leaders provide support, training, supervision, and feedback. This is a physically and emotionally active role that involves floor-based play, running, kneeling, and safely lifting or moving children up to 45 pounds. The RBT must be prepared to respond calmly and professionally to challenging behavior using non-restraint, proactive environmental strategies and reinforcement-based techniques. Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. The schedule cannot be modified because it is aligned with clients’ prescribed therapy sessions. The stated starting pay is $20.00 per hour for candidates with an active RBT certification and at least three months of experience working with children ages 2–6. The employer offers merit-based raises, career progression, and leadership opportunities.

Requirements

Hold a current, active RBT certification in good standing with the BACB and maintain certification.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the RBT Ethics Code and professional integrity.
Pass and maintain a clear background check.
Be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
Have no immediate family member currently receiving services at the employer’s clinics.
Be able to safely lift or move children up to 45 pounds and perform activities such as running, kneeling, and floor-based play.
Be emotionally and physically prepared to respond to challenging behaviors using non-restraint, proactive environmental strategies and reinforcement-based techniques.
Meet the role’s fixed Monday–Friday schedule of 7:30 AM–4:00 PM and attendance expectations.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with children ages 2–6; at least three months of this experience is required to qualify for the stated $20.00-per-hour starting rate.

Responsibilities

Provide one-to-one ABA therapy to children ages 2–6 in a clinic-based setting.
Implement individualized behavior intervention plans written by a BCBA.
Collect and track accurate data on each child’s progress.
Support daily care tasks, including feeding, diapering, dressing, and grooming, as needed.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for children and staff.
Collaborate with teammates and communicate professionally and respectfully with families.
Encourage play, social engagement, and positive behavior through the Reggio ABA™ approach.
Participate in regular training, supervision, and feedback sessions.
Maintain an active RBT certification, including completing renewal requirements and competency assessments on time.
Attend work reliably and punctually.

Benefits

Medical insurance, with coverage beginning the first of the month after 60 days of employment; the company covers 60% initially, increasing to 100% after one year of service.
Low-cost dental and vision insurance options, with or without medical plan enrollment.
Free virtual primary care through Rezilient.
Free healthcare visits through a partnership with Mercy.
Access to virtual mental health support through ViCare.
Discounted prescription medications through Rescrybe.
Free labs, imaging, and medical equipment through specialty health partners.
401(k) retirement plan.
Company-paid life insurance providing $20,000 in coverage.
Optional additional life insurance coverage.
Short-term disability coverage.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
Employer-paid RBT annual renewal fees.
Structured career paths into leadership and administrative roles.
Performance-based merit raises every six months for continuous, satisfactory performance (full-time only).
Tuition reimbursement for employees pursuing a Master’s Degree in ABA.
Bonusly peer-recognition rewards that can be converted to cash.
Paid time off.
Company-wide and clinic-based events and celebrations.