ABA Behavior Technician

ABA Pathways LLC; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ABA Pathways is seeking compassionate individuals to join as Behavior Technicians, helping children on the autism spectrum develop essential life skills in clinical, home, and community settings.

No experience? No problem. We provide paid training to become a certified Behavior Technician while you grow your skills and confidence in a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Ability to pass a background check and TB test.
• Valid driver’s license or state ID.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with children and young teens with autism to help them build essential life skills.
• Apply individualized treatment plans designed by a BCBA, using positive reinforcement and play-based teaching.
• Collect and track progress data with care and accuracy.
• Collaborate with supervisor and team to support each child’s goals.
• Build trusting, respectful relationships with children, families, and teammates.
• Complete session notes and other administrative tasks on time.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Flexibility

Love working with children

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Description

Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day

Do you love working with children and individuals with special needs as well as want to make a real impact in their lives and the lives of their families? At ABA Pathways, we’re looking for kind, energetic, and compassionate people who want to grow, learn, and serve others through meaningful work.

No experience? No problem! We provide paid training to get you qualified to become a Behavior Technician while build your skills and confidence as you begin a rewarding career.

Who We Are

At ABA Pathways, our mission is simple: to help individuals on the autism spectrum thrive. Our team is guided by our values — Kindness, Person-Centered care, Responsibility, Service to Others, and Teamwork. We believe that when we care for our employees with the same compassion we give our clients, amazing things happen.

What You’ll Do

As a Behavior Technician, you’ll work directly with children and young teens with autism to help them build essential life skills. Every day, you’ll bring patience, creativity, and joy to your sessions — whether in the clinic, in the home, or out in the community.

Your day-to-day essential job duties may include:

• Implementing individualized treatment plans designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Using positive reinforcement and play-based teaching to help children learn new skills.
• Collecting and tracking progress data with care and accuracy.
• Collaborating with your supervisor and team to support each child’s goals.
• Building trusting, respectful relationships with children, families, and teammates.
• Completing session notes and other administrative tasks on time.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We believe that when you take care of people, they take great care of others — and that includes our team. Here’s what you can look forward to as part of the ABA Pathways family:

• Training & Growth: No experience? No problem! We provide full, paid training and ongoing professional development to help you become a confident and certified Behavior Technician.
• Caring Team: You’ll join a group of kind, supportive people who genuinely enjoy what they do — and who always have each other’s backs.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We offer a strong benefits package including Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and a 401(k) with company matching for full-time employees.
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Take your career to the next level with our professional development program, designed to help you grow, achieve your goals, and unlock new opportunities for advancement within our organization.
• Meaningful Impact: Every day you’ll help children learn, grow, and succeed — and you’ll get to see the difference your kindness makes in real time.

Positive, Purpose-Driven Culture: We value Kindness, Teamwork, and Service to Others — and you’ll feel that in every interaction, from your first day on.

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Requirements

What We’re Looking For

We’re searching for people who bring both heart and reliability to their work. The ideal candidate will:

• Love working and playing with children.
• Be kind, patient, and adaptable in a variety of situations.
• Communicate well and thrive in a team environment.
• Show responsibility and dependability in every aspect of their work.
• Be open to feedback and excited to grow professionally.
• Have flexible availability between 8:00 AM–6:30 PM, Monday through Friday (with one Saturday per month).
• Be comfortable potentially working in-home and community settings.
• Be comfortable working with technology, such as Google Workspace.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs and actively engage in play and movement.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Ability to pass a background check and TB test.
• Valid driver’s license or state ID.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience working with children, particularly in applied behavior analysis (ABA) or within the education field.
• RBT certification or coursework in psychology, education, or a related field.

Our Promise

At ABA Pathways, we welcome and celebrate diverse perspectives. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive environment for all team members and clients.

Ready to Join Us?

Benefits offered with this position are subject to the employee's classification, employment status, and eligibility under applicable company policies and benefit plans. The company reserves the right to modify, amend, or discontinue benefits in accordance with its policies and applicable law.