Behavior Technician

Little-Leaves-Behavioral-Services; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Grubhub+ membership

Medical Plans

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Short-Term Disability

Life/AD&D Insurance

401(k)

Student Loan Assistance Program

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Little Leaves is hiring a Behavior Technician to work one-on-one with children with autism, delivering ABA therapy and play-based activities to build communication, confidence, and independence.

Expect paid training, a collaborative team, and real opportunities to grow both professionally and personally. Full-time roles include PTO after 90 days, with additional benefits for part-time staff.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Reliable transportation.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one ABA therapy that helps children learn, grow, and gain independence.
• Track progress and follow personalized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with a supportive team aligned with Trellis' values.
• Build a strong foundation for careers in behavior analysis and related fields.
• Create positive, lasting change for children and families.

Skills

ABA therapy

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

RBT prep (certification)

Job description

Overview

Make a real impact—and get rewarded for it.

No prior experiencerequired—paid training provided.

As aBehavior Technician,you’llwork one-on-one with children with autism, usingABA therapy and playto build communication, confidence, and independence.

Why Join?

Pay & Perks

• Competitive hourly rate:$20 and up based on ABA experience/training.
• Grubhub+ membership (aka FREE delivery )
• Paid training in ABA therapy, ongoing support from a collaborative team, and real opportunities to grow both professionally and personally

Time Off & Flexibility

• Up to15 daysof PTOfor full-time employees after90 days
• Sick leave available for part-time employees

Growth & Future You

• Promotion opportunities in as little as3 months
• Student loan supportprograms
• Career goals support—we’llhelp you planwhat’snext

What We Offer

Benefits For Part-Time Employees

• Medical Plans(Choice of Two Fixed Indemnity Options)
  • First-dollar benefits for office visits, diagnostic X-rays, lab work, hospital stays, and more
  • No deductibles, copays, or pre-existing condition exclusions
  • Rx drug discounts and National PPO Network Telehealth options
  • 24/7 access to doctors by phone, web, or mobile app
• Dental Coverage:Pays up to $1,000 annual benefit
• Vision Coverage:Exams, lenses, frames, and contacts
• Short-Term Disability:Pays a weekly benefit of $150
• Life/AD&D Insurance: $20,000 policy amount

Benefits For All Employees

• 401(k)through Fidelity Investments
• Employee Assistance Program(Optum EAP)
• Student Loan Assistance Program(Summer)
• Access to employee discount programs

What You Have

• At least18 years oldon your first day of employment
• Authorized to work in the U.S.
• Ability to pass a background checkReliable transportation
• High school diploma or equivalent

State-Specific RBT Requirements: In states requiring RBT certification, candidates must obtain and maintain an active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential prior to working with clients. Failure to do so may result in delayed assignment or termination of employment.

• RBT required before working with clients (no grace period): Illinois, Indiana, Nevada, North Carolina
• RBT required within 90 days of hire: Northern California, Maryland, New Mexico, Virginia
• RBT required for candidates without a bachelor’s degree: Massachusetts, New Hampshire

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide one‑on‑one ABA therapy that helps children learn, grow, and gain independence
• Track progress and follow personalized treatment plans
• Collaborate with a supportive team aligned with Trellis' values
• Builda strong foundationfor careers in behavior analysis and related fields
• Create positive, lasting change for children and families

Physical Requirements

Physical requirements vary based on specific client assignments.You are expected to be able to complete all physical requirements of the position either with or without a reasonable accommodation. This role may require youto push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds and move quickly in response to client needs. This role requires the ability to frequently changephysicalpositions throughout the day, including walking, sitting, standing, kneeling, squatting, stooping, crouching, crawling, and occasionally running.This role requires youto maintain continuous visual supervision and auditory awareness of clients to support a safe environment.

Little Leaves is part of LEARN Behavioral, a network of ABA providers committed to nurturing the unique potential of children with autism and special needs nationwide.

LEARN Behavioral is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.