Behavior Technician

AAPSA; City of Syracuse (NY); Hybrid; USD 27,552,000 - 34,440,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 Retention Bonus

Paid sick time

Closed on major holidays

Monthly note completion bonus drawing

Profit sharing program

Ongoing training and supervision

Job summary

AAPSA is hiring Behavior Technicians for our Syracuse office. You will receive extensive ABA training and ongoing supervision to help develop skills for supporting children with autism.

RBT certification training is available at no cost, and a $5,000 retention bonus is offered after one year of employment. Starting pay ranges from $20 to $25 per hour with part-time schedules (10–15 or 20–25 hours weekly), Monday to Friday, no late evenings, and reliable transportation required.

Qualifications

• Must have Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification.
• If you do not already hold your RBT Certification, it will be provided to the right candidate.
• No experience required; interested in ABA and helping children.

Responsibilities

• Help children improve social, communication, and behavioral skills across clinic, community, schools, and homes.
• Training and supervision provided; ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Part-time roles with potential advancement into full-time, salaried positions for exceptional candidates.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Education

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification

Job description

Description

We have immediate openings for Behavior Technicians in our Syracuse office. Upon hire, you will receive extensive training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and ongoing supervision to help you develop the skills needed to provide high-quality care to children with autism. For those interested in pursuing additional professional development, nationally recognized Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification training is available at no cost. $5,000 Retention Bonus payable upon one year of employment!

This is an incredible early career opportunity for those interested in the fields of psychology, education, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, or human services. We are looking for bright and motivated individuals—no experience required—who are interested in helping children with autism overcome challenges and achieve their goals. Gain valuable training and hands‑on experience that will benefit you in future educational and career pursuits. Starting pay is $20–$25 per hour.

As a Behavior Technician, you will help children improve their social, communication, and behavioral skills across a variety of settings. Treatment is primarily implemented in our clinic, but opportunities to work in the community, schools, and homes may also be available. All Behavior Technician positions begin as part-time, with opportunities for advancement into full-time, salaried positions for exceptional candidates. Applicants must have reliable transportation.

Position Details

• Part-time positions available: 10–15 hours per week or 20–25 hours per week
• Consistent weekly scheduling
• Monday through Friday
• No late evenings
• Reliable transportation required

Benefits & Perks

• $5,000 Retention Bonus
• Paid sick time
• Closed on all major holidays
• Monthly note completion bonus drawing
• Profit sharing program
• Ongoing training and supervision provided
• Optional nationally recognized RBT certification training at no cost

This is an incredible opportunity to join a professional and positive team dedicated to clinical excellence and collaboration. If you are looking for a rewarding position in a supportive environment with colleagues who are committed to providing exceptional care, AAPSA is the right place for you.

AAPSA is an equal opportunity employer, and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

For testimonials and more information about the rewarding careers our agency has to offer, please visit our website at https://aapsa.net/careers.

Requirements

Must have Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification. If you do not already hold your RBT Certification, it will be provided to the right candidate.