Ascend Autism
Ascend Autism·2 days ago

Behavior technician (bt) / registered behavior technician (rbt)

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Location

onsite, Farmington, CT, United States

Salary

$40k – $54k/yr

Commitment

Full Time

Level

Entry with Degree

Required skills

Applied Behavior AnalysisOne-To-One TherapyTreatment Plan ImplementationBehavior InterventionData CollectionDocumentation And ReportingCommunication Skills DevelopmentSocial Skills DevelopmentDaily Living SkillsLife Skills InstructionEarly InterventionPlay-Based LearningChild DevelopmentTeam CollaborationBACB Standards ComplianceBehavioral Support

Job Description

What We Offer:

Pay: $20–$27 per hour, based on experience

Schedule Monday through Friday

35-40 hour and 20+ hours weekly schedules available

Paid RBT certification & training

Opportunities for raises every 6 months through performance reviews

BCBA supervision hours and mentorship

401(k) with 4% company match

Health, Dental & Vision insurance for qualifying employees

CEU/ PDU reimbursement + ongoing professional development

Tuition discounts & loan reimbursement opportunities

Referral Bonus program

The Role:

This is a center-based Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) role serving children with an age range of 2-7 years, focused on early intervention, social development, and school readiness.

You'll work in a collaborative clinical environment that primarily focuses on:

  • Center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy
  • Communication, social, and daily living skills
  • Natural environment and play-based learning
  • In-person BCBA support and supervision

What You'll Be Doing:

  • Providing center-based 1:1 ABA therapy to children with autism
  • Implementing treatment plans and behavior intervention strategies
  • Maintaining accurate documentation, data collection, and reporting
  • Teaching life skills and supporting children’s development
  • Participating in team meetings, training, and professional development
  • Ensuring compliance with BACB and company standards

Qualifications:

Required

  • Fluent in English
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Willingness to obtain Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification
  • Genuine interest in working actively and playfully with young children
  • Reliable transportation to and from the center

Preferred but Not Required

  • Experience working with children
  • Experience with developmental disabilities
  • College coursework or a degree in psychology, education, early childhood development, special education, social work, or a related field

Physical Requirements:

  • Sit, stand, and kneel on the floor throughout the day
  • Lift up to 45 pounds at a time
  • Able to safely respond to physically demanding behaviors per protocol
  • Ability to be attentive and focused in a busy environment

Ready to join the team?

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