About The Position

Step Ahead ABA is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician for a single client case in Traer, Iowa. The schedule is fixed: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday middays, totaling approximately 24 hours per week. Exact session times are 10:30 am to 4:30 pm on these days. A BCBA is already assigned to the client and will provide a treatment plan and a thorough handoff before the first session. Current RBTs are given priority for new cases. Step Ahead ABA is committed to providing therapy to autistic children and their families, regardless of income, and supports families on Medicaid across Iowa. They ensure dedicated care managers and schedules that accommodate the client's clinical needs, the family's availability, and the RBT's schedule, rather than adhering to corporate hour targets.

Requirements

  • Active RBT certification with the BACB.
  • Prior ABA experience.
  • Availability Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri middays, about 24 hours per week.
  • Reliable transportation.
  • High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

  • Support to obtain RBT certification is offered by Step Ahead if not yet certified.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver 97153 direct therapy according to a treatment plan and behavior intervention plan written by the BCBA.
  • Collect session data and submit notes for completed work.
  • Participate in real supervision, including QA and IOA checks in session, observation, and feedback.
  • Stay active and engaged during therapy sessions.

Benefits

  • $21–$23 per billable hour to start, with pay increases based on the RBT Leveling System.
  • $10 per hour for non-billable time (training, required meetings).
  • Cancellation protection and bonuses starting at Level 1 of the RBT Leveling System.
  • RBT Leveling System with pay increases, gift card rewards, priority client placement, and floating holidays.
  • Opportunity to pick clients and set own hours.
  • Discounted tuition and degree support through Capella University partnership, including BCBA supervision and a pathway.
  • Benefits available at 40 hours a week (this case is ~24 hours; placement team can discuss additional opportunities).
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