ABA Apprentice

Behavioral Innovations (BI); Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid fieldwork hours

15 days PTO + 7 paid holidays

Health, dental, and vision coverage

DailyPay for flexible access to earnings

Tuition discounts through university partnerships

Job summary

Behavioral Innovations (BI) is offering an ABA Apprentice role in Houston, Texas. This position provides a structured program designed to bridge the gap between graduate school and BCBA certification, supporting apprentices in gaining practical experience while preparing for the BCBA exam.

Apprentices will receive hands-on learning opportunities, mentorship from experienced BCBAs, and a tailored BCBA readiness plan. The position also includes competitive compensation at $25/hour and several benefits, including 15 days of PTO and health coverage.

Qualifications

• Within 6 months of completing BACB verified coursework.
• At least 60% of BACB supervision requirements completed.
• Reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with indirect supervision tasks for learners.
• Conduct therapy with clients on assigned caseload.
• Support Board Certified Behavior Analysts and provide training.

Skills

Active RBT certification

Client communication

Analytical skills

Education

BACB verified Masters/Post Graduate coursework

Job description

Overview

Step Into Your BCBA Career With the Support You Deserve

ABA Apprentice | Behavioral Innovations | Kingwood Treatment Center

You’re almost there. Your degree is nearly complete. Your supervision hours are stacking up. And soon, you’ll be sitting for the BCBA exam.

This is the moment where making the right move can set the tone for your entire career. At Behavioral Innovations, we built our BCA Apprentice program for this exact stage - to give future BCBAs the perfect bridge between grad school and independent practice.

Here, you’re not just logging hours. You’re learning from some of the best BCBAs in the field, applying your skills in real clinical settings, and following a study plan made just for you - all with a dedicated Learning & Development team guiding you toward the exam and your first BCBA role.

What Makes Our Apprentice Program Different

• Your success is personal to us – Every apprentice gets a tailored BCBA exam study plan designed around how you learn best.
• Hands‑on learning that builds confidence – Work directly with experienced BCBAs in session, shadow advanced cases, and refine your clinical judgment before taking on your own caseload.
• A team that has your back – With structured mentorship and support from everyone around you, we’ve built a system that lets you focus on growing your skillset as a BCBA.
• Clear paths forward – Move into a BCBA role with us when you’re ready, and explore growth beyond that into leadership, clinical specialties, or training roles.

The Essentials

Compensation:

• TX & OK: $25/hour
• VA, MD, & CO: $28.50/hour
• NC: $27/hour

Benefits & Perks:

• Paid restricted and unrestricted fieldwork hours
• 15 days PTO + 7 paid holidays
• Paid CPR/BLS certification
• Health, dental, and vision coverage, plus FSA, life insurance, and more
• DailyPay for flexible access to earnings
• Employee recognition & referral programs
• University partnerships with tuition discounts

What You’ll Have (REQUIRED):

• Within 6 months of completing a BACB verified Masters/Post Graduate coursework sequence
• Active RBT certification
• At least 60% of BACB supervision requirements completed
• Reliable transportation

What You’ll Do

• Assist with indirect supervision tasks for your own mini-caseload of learners.
• Conduct therapy with clients on assigned BCBAs’ respective caseload.
• Support Board Certified Behavior Analysts and provide staff and caregiver training.
• Assist BCBA with parent communication and analyze client data.
• Research literature related to client programs.
• Oversee implementation of behavior‑analytic programs by others.
• Complete Monthly Mock Exams.
• Follow a tailored BCBA Readiness Plan.

About Behavioral Innovations

For 25 years, we’ve been combining clinical excellence with a people‑first approach – for our clients and our team. We’ve earned recognition as Company of the Year and a spot on the Inc. 5000, but what matters most is seeing our clients thrive and helping our apprentices cross the stage as confident, capable BCBAs.

If you’re ready to close the gap between where you are and the BCBA you want to be, apply today.

At Behavioral Innovations, we're not just a company; we're a family. Our core values encompass a caring, accountable, collaborative, and family‑focused approach to ABA therapy. Hope starts here, and so can your new journey.