Autism Support Specialist - Entry Level

Hopebridge; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RBT Certification

PD Stipend

Insurance: Health/ Vision/ Dental

Rain app access

Paid Time Off

401K match

Relocation options

Weekday schedule

Team events

Job summary

Hopebridge in Columbus, Indiana is seeking a Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to help children with autism. The role offers paid RBT certification on the job, a development stipend, and a stable Monday–Friday schedule in a supportive clinical setting.

Benefit options include health/vision/dental insurance, a 401(k) match, and a generous PTO plan. Relocation opportunities are available across states, with a flat hourly pay rate based on experience and certification.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Create an environment that fosters skill acquisition, functional communication, and school readiness for children.
• Learn directly from Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) to provide therapy that transforms lives.
• Review behavior plans and instructional materials to ensure consistent implementation and monitor outcomes.
• Complete daily progress notes related to the implementation of the intervention plan.
• Work with children by creating an environment that champions continued skill acquisition and development of functional communication, peer interactions, and school readiness, just to name a few.
• Celebrate victories (both big and small!), help kids and families celebrate milestones, and get more high fives than you’ve ever thought possible.

Skills

Age 18+

High school diploma or equivalent

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Why You’ll Love this Behavior Technician / Registered Behavior Technician Job!

Are you driven by a passion to create a meaningful impact on a child's life, with far-reaching effects that transform families and the community? Embark on a rewarding career as a Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with Hopebridge in Columbus, IN, where every day is a new opportunity to make a difference in kids with Autism!

At Hopebridge, you're not just following a career path – you're shaping your own journey with the support of our cutting‑edge internal development programs.

Pay:

$16.80 - $20.00 / hour based on experience and completion of RBT certification

• training is paid at a lower rate

Behavior Technician / Registered Behavior Technician Benefits

• Paid RBT Certification – No experience necessary, we will help you get trained on the job!
• Annual $75 Professional Development Stipend: Invest in your growth and expertise in Autism intervention
• Exclusive professional development programs tailored for working with children on the autism spectrum and fuel your career growth
• Flat-Rate Pay: Unlike other providers, we pay a flat hourly rate, rather than differing rates for billable and non‑billable hours
• Get up to 50% of paycheck before payday through Rain app
• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance: Prioritize your physical well‑being
• 18 Days of PTO: Enjoy paid time off, holidays, and a flex holiday
• 401K Retirement Options with Company Match: Secure your financial future
• Opportunity to Relocate: Explore exciting career possibilities in any of our states
• Monday through Friday Schedule: Say goodbye to nights and weekends
• Fun at Work: Engage in regular in‑center celebrations, spirit weeks, competitions, and team‑building opportunities

Our goal is to establish a caring clinical setting for our patients, both now and in the future.

Responsibilities

• Create an environment that fosters skill acquisition, functional communication, and school readiness for children
• Learn directly from Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBA) to provide therapy that transforms lives
• Review behavior plans and instructional materials to ensure consistent implementation and monitor outcomes
• Complete daily progress notes related to the implementation of the intervention plan
• Work with children by creating an environment that champions continued skill acquisition and development of functional communication, peer interactions, and school readiness, just to name a few
• Celebrate victories (both big and small!), help kids and families celebrate milestones, and get more high fives than you’ve ever thought possible

Required Skills

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent

Hopebridge-BT-Columbus (IN)