Associate Behavior Technician - Jackson, MS

Canopy Children's Solutions; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

403b retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

PTO / Vacation

Wellness program

Job summary

Canopy Children’s Solutions in Mississippi is seeking an Associate Behavior Technician to provide ABA‑based services for children with ASD in clinic and community settings. The role requires maintaining an RBT credential, driving as needed, and collaborating with a clinical team to support families.

The ideal candidate will have 21+ years old, a valid MS license, and reliable transportation, with experience in clinical or educational settings and strong documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical or educational setting with children with developmental or behavioral challenges preferred.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Complete required training modules, competency check, and exam to obtain/maintain RBT within 90 days.
• Must be at least 21 years old, have Mississippi driver’s license, good driving record, insurance, and be willing to use personal vehicle.
• Personal vehicle must be in good condition and available daily for job duties.

Responsibilities

• Provide ABA‑Based Individual Therapy in clinic and community settings.
• Provide ABA‑based group therapy as approved by supervisor.
• Maintain RBT credential.
• Maintain valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Prepare session materials before sessions and submit notes within 48 hours.
• Use behavior terminology in session notes.
• Refer questions outside RBT scope to supervisor.
• Communicate with families about concerns via notes or email.
• Maintain client records and session data accurately.
• Enter session data into the database daily.
• Prepare and organize program materials as directed.
• Participate in supervision bi‑weekly or as scheduled.
• Ensure toys are cleaned after sessions.
• Maintain organizational documentation.
• Collaborate with the clinical team on client issues.
• Provide safe physical intervention per MAB skills when needed.
• Assist in hygiene-related tasks for clients as required.

Skills

RBT credential

Family communications

Safe physical intervention

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

About Canopy Children’s Solutions

Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children’s Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and family support solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission‑driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward.

• The voice of our children and families always comes first
• Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
• We take great joy in service to others
• Our families and our communities deserve our very best

Canopy has been recognized as a Great Place to Work® for the fifth consecutive year and is one of only nine companies in Mississippi to earn this certification for 2025–2026. At Canopy, employees are committed to fostering a healthy workplace culture built on trust and driven by a shared mission: helping children thrive and empowering families to overcome extraordinary challenges.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full‑time employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive Compensation
• 403b Retirement Plan with Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• PTO/Vacation
• Employee Wellness Program and Counseling Services

Associate Behavior Technician – Position Overview

Provides applied behavior analytic (ABA) services to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) under the guidance and supervision of the Behavior Analyst 1 or 2. The BT provides clinical services in the clinic and community settings. They maintain a credential as a registered behavior technician (RBT). They are often delegated tasks to support the Behavior Analyst 1 or 2, or Assistant Behavior Analyst 1.

Required Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Required Physical Activities: sitting, standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping, lifting, talking, seeing, hearing, kneeling, stooping, bending, reaching overhead, and climbing stairs as needed and repetitive motions. Must have the physical ability to assist in the physical or therapeutic hold of youth when required, following organization approved safety protocols.
• Characteristics of Work: frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, lifting and carrying objects up to 50 pounds. Must be able to respond quickly to emergencies and physically assist or support youth and/or staff.
• Vision Requirements: Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Environmental Conditions: This job requires exposure to both inside and outside weather conditions; the typical noise level for the work environment is moderate to loud noise.

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct ABA‑Based Individual Therapy in clinic and community‑based settings.
• Conduct ABA‑based group therapy as approved by supervisor.
• Maintain RBT credential.
• Maintain valid driver’s license, current auto insurance coverage, and reliable transportation during working hours.
• Gather all relevant session materials needed for sessions prior to the scheduled time.
• Complete and submit notes to supervisor within 48 hours of completed session.
• Use behavior terminology when writing session notes.
• Refer questions that are outside of RBT competency area to clinical team supervisor or other relevant party.
• Communicate effectively through communication note or email about concerns mentioned by parent.
• Assist in maintaining client records, including protocol binder, session data, and all other materials as directed by supervisor.
• Enter accurate session data into the database before the end of the day in which sessions were conducted.
• Make, organize and maintain program materials as instructed by supervisor.
• Participate in supervisions on a bi‑weekly basis, or as initiated by supervisor.
• Ensure toys are cleaned at end of every session.
• Maintain appropriate organization documentation.
• Communicate with clinical team regarding observed and/or anticipated issues with clients.
• Provide safe physical intervention in accordance to MAB skills when necessary.
• Provide physical assistance to client who cannot care for themselves with certain hygiene functions including but not limited to toileting, diapering, cleaning and feeding.
• Knowledge of discrete trial methods; pivotal response techniques, picture exchange system, other appropriate strategies and methods for shaping children’s behaviors, characteristics of a variety of disabilities, and data collection and usage. Follow written protocols and procedures as specified.
• Participate in staff trainings.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• Previous experience in a clinical or educational setting working with children with educational, communication, or behavioral difficulties preferred.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Must complete required training modules, competency check, and exam to obtain and maintain registered behavior technician (RBT) requirement within the 90‑day orientation period.
• Must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid Mississippi driver’s license, a good driving record, proof of legally appropriate auto liability insurance, and must be willing to use personal vehicle for organization business.
• Personal vehicle must be in good working condition and must be available on a daily basis in order to appropriately carry out job duties.