ABA Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Achieving True Self; Irwin (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

401K with match

Employee Assistance Program

Pet insurance

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Westmoreland County is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to work with children diagnosed with Autism. This role includes using Applied Behavior Analysis to enhance learning while providing emotional support. Candidates will receive paid training and various benefits including medical and life insurance, 401K options, and employee assistance programs. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience working with children. Evening availability is preferred. Comprehensive paid training for certification is offered.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or related coursework is preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Work with children on skills using Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Record progress with a company-provided Chromebook.
• Partner with families to transfer skills outside of sessions.

Skills

Experience working with children

Knowledge of computer systems

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Start the Year Where Your Work Truly Matters

Paid Training Provided to Become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).

A new year brings new goals—and maybe it’s time for a career that feels truly meaningful. At Achieving True Self (ATS), you can start a purpose‑driven career helping children with Autism thrive, no college degree required.

We provide paid training, ongoing support, and a team that genuinely believes in your growth. From day one, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact on children and families in your community—while building a career you can be proud of. If your goal this year is to do work that matters, this is your moment. Start the year making a difference.

Position: Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

• Hourly Pay: $18-25/hr for direct billable hours (based on experience)
• Training, onboarding, and drive time: Paid at $12.50/hr
• Sign on Bonus: $500 after 90 days in the field
• Training Completion Bonus: $1,000 when completed within assigned timeline
• Paid RBT certification training provided within your first month of employment

What You’ll Do

• Work directly with children who have an Autism diagnosis, using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to build skills and confidence
• Make learning fun by playing, being silly, and helping kids shine
• Follow individualized treatment plans designed to support growth and success
• Record progress with a company-provided Chromebook.
• Partner with families to carry over skills outside of sessions
• Be a steward of ATS’s mission, vision, values, and beliefs

Why Join ATS This Winter?

• Bi-weekly pay for the rewarding, hard work
• Up to 2 weeks paid time off (based on hours worked) + 12 floating holiday hours
• We offer medical coverage from individual to family plan options, dental, vision for those who qualify. ATS covers a portion of your monthly costs for medical benefits
• Employer-paid life insurance, retirement options with 401K match, as well as supplemental, voluntary insurance to include short term disability plans for those who qualify.
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (mental health, legal, financial, wellness) for all our employees. There is Pet Insurance too!
• Travel time reimbursement and client matching close to home
• Tuition discounts, education partnerships, and career growth opportunities
• A diverse, inclusive, and supportive culture where team members thrive

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma, or GED (minimum) and 18+ years old
• Experience working with children or individuals with disabilities (or related coursework)
• Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and reliable transportation. This is not a position where rideshare or public transportation can be used.
• Candidates with evening/after‑school availability preferred (sessions typically 2–6 hours, Monday–Friday)
• General knowledge of computer systems, including Windows and Google products.

About ATS

Our Mission: Achieving True Self is passionately cultivating and inspiring growth through the delivery of evidence‑based treatment to assist individuals, families, organizations and their surrounding communities to achieve their self‑defined goals. Through a supportive organizational culture focused on developing and retaining team members, we are determined to change the world by instilling hope and helping each person whose life we touch achieve their truest self.

People matter. A concept so simply stated, yet powerfully embraced.

Achieving True Self is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, national origin or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or applicable local law.

Contact: [e-mail]