Behavior Technician

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC; Athens (AL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Autism Services in Athens, AL is seeking a Behavior Technician to deliver hands-on ABA support in school settings under supervision. This full-time role focuses on helping students build skills and independence while documenting progress and collaborating with the clinical team.

The position starts at $24–$28 per hour, with opportunities for RBT certification and growth within a national organization.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or 48 college credits required; bachelor's degree is a plus.
• RBT certification preferred; CAS supports obtaining it.
• Experience with autism or related developmental disabilities required.
• Comfort with personal care support, including toileting.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized behavior and skill-acquisition programming as designed by the clinical team.
• Provide 1:1 support across classroom routines, including academics, transitions, and social groups.
• Support students with personal care needs, including toileting and hygiene routines, with dignity and consistency.
• Respond calmly and safely to behavioral needs, using de-escalation and safety protocols.
• Support communication for students with limited verbal language (AAC or other systems).
• Collect accurate data and complete documentation to track student progress.
• Build relationships with teachers, school staff, and the clinical team through clear communication.
• Follow all district and CAS safety protocols at all times.

Skills

Autism support experience

Data collection

De-escalation & safety

Collaboration with teachers

Education

Associate's Degree or 48 college credits

Bachelor's degree a plus

Tools

AAC devices

Job description

Behavior Technician (BT)

Community Autism Services | Full-Time, School-Based | Athens , Alabama

You’ll spend your days working directly with students in Athens City schools, delivering hands‑on ABA support under the guidance of a supervising BCBA and ABA Instructor. This role calls for someone experienced, steady, and genuinely dedicated to helping students build skills, gain independence, and feel supported every step of the way. Pay starts at $24-$28 per hour, based on experience.

Why BTs Choose CAS

• Competitive pay: $24-$28 per hour, based on experience
• A dedicated clinical team - your supervising BCBA and Senior ABA Instructor are genuinely accessible, not just a name on paper
• Hands‑on training and ongoing mentorship, including support pursuing RBT certification
• A stable, full‑time school‑based schedule
• Real opportunity for growth within a national organization
• A team culture built on enthusiasm, follow‑through, and doing what's right for kids

About Community Autism Services

At Community Autism Services (CAS), a division of The Stepping Stones Group, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive in their school and community. Our school‑based teams partner directly with districts to bring evidence‑based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) into classrooms - and that mission starts with the BTs who show up for students every single day.

Our team is made up of clinicians and leaders who understand what it actually takes to support students with unique and complex needs. Every CAS employee is committed to helping students thrive in their own way, and we build our teams - and our support systems - around that goal.

What You’ll Do

As a BT with CAS in Athens, you’ll work directly with students under the guidance of your supervising BCBA and ABA Instructor:

• Implement individualized behavior and skill‑acquisition programming as designed by the clinical team
• Provide consistent 1:1 support across classroom routines, including academics, transitions, and social groups
• Support students with personal care needs, including toileting and hygiene routines, with dignity and consistency
• Respond calmly and safely to behavioral needs, including elopement risk and physical aggression, using trained de‑escalation and safety protocols
• Support communication for students with limited verbal language, including use of AAC devices or other communication systems as directed
• Collect accurate data and complete documentation to track student progress
• Build real relationships with teachers, school staff, and the clinical team through clear, consistent communication
• Follow all school district and CAS safety protocols at all times

What You’ll Bring

• Prior experience working with individuals with autism or related developmental disabilities required
• Experience supporting students with elopement risk, physical aggression, or limited communication strongly preferred
• Comfortable and experienced providing personal care support, including toileting assistance
• RBT certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification with CAS support considered
• Associate's Degree or a completed 48 college credits required: Bachelor's degree is a plus!
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license
• A calm, patient, and genuinely positive approach, even in high‑need moments

Good to Know

This role is hands‑on and active - you’ll be on your feet, moving through classrooms, hallways, and common areas, and getting down to a student’s level for floor activities or adaptive seating. Expect to lift, carry, or move materials up to 25 pounds, and to physically support students during transitions, personal care routines, or safety interventions as trained. You’ll need the visual and auditory attention to keep students safe and engaged throughout the day, and you’ll follow district and company safety protocols at all times. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Community Autism Services (CAS), a division of The Stepping Stones Group, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other protected status.