Behavior Technician

Strides Therapeutic Services; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Credentialing support

Onboarding & training

BCBA/BCaBA fieldwork

Advancement opportunities

Early promotion eligibility

Support from BCBAs

Benefits package

Paid leave

Full-time & part-time

Job summary

Strides Therapeutic Services in Vancouver, WA is seeking Behavior Technicians for paid employee training and fieldwork opportunities. You will provide one-to-one ABA services to children and adolescents under BCBA supervision, while gaining hands-on clinical training and supportive supervision.

Prior ABA experience is helpful but not required; candidates from psychology, education, or related fields are welcome. Full-time and part-time roles with benefits are available.

Qualifications

• washington Certified Behavior Technician credential, or willingness to obtain it before employment begins
• Genuine interest in working with children and adolescents with autism
• Dependability and consistent attendance
• Ability to remain patient, engaged, and professional during challenging situations
• Willingness to receive feedback and follow detailed clinical protocols
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to collect data and complete electronic documentation accurately
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of active, clinic-based services
• Ability to pass required background and employment checks
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, special education, human services, or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one ABA services to children and adolescents ages 18 months through 18 years
• Implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision
• Teach communication, play, social, self-help, and learning-readiness skills
• Use positive, evidence-based strategies to support client success
• Collect accurate data and complete session documentation
• Collaborate with BCBAs, supervisors, other technicians, and caregivers
• Maintain a safe, structured, engaging, and compassionate therapy environment
• Participate in training, coaching, and professional development

Skills

Dependability

Communication

Teamwork

Data collection

Electronic documentation

Patience

Feedback willingness

Clinical protocols

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Behavior Technician - Paid Employee Training and BCBA Fieldwork Opportunities

$21.00-$28.00 per hour | Full-time and part-time opportunities

Build meaningful clinical experience while helping children and adolescents with autism develop communication, social, play, learning, and daily-living skills.

Strides Therapeutic Services is a locally owned, BCBA-led practice seeking engaging, dependable Behavior Technicians for our Vancouver clinic. You will work directly with clients under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst while receiving hands-on training, clinical support, and opportunities to advance.

Prior ABA experience is helpful but not required. We welcome applicants with backgrounds in psychology, education, special education, childcare, social services, caregiving, mental health, developmental disabilities, and related fields.

WHY JOIN STRIDES?

• Competitive pay of $21.00-$28.00 per hour, based on education, credentials, relevant experience, and demonstrated competencies
• Assistance with Washington CBT paperwork and approved initial credentialing costs
• Paid onboarding and job-specific clinical training after employment begins
• Potential paid BCBA or BCaBA supervised fieldwork for eligible employees enrolled in qualifying programs
• Advancement pathways including Lead Behavior Technician, Senior Technician, Trainer, Clinical Support, and other mid-level clinical roles
• Advancement consideration as early as 90 days for qualifying, high-performing employees
• Collaborative clinic environment with support from BCBAs, supervisors, and fellow technicians
• Medical, dental, and vision plan options for eligible employees
• Paid sick leave and vacation benefits
• Full-time and part-time opportunities

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Provide one-to-one ABA services to children and adolescents ages 18 months through 18 years
• Implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision
• Teach communication, play, social, self-help, and learning-readiness skills
• Use positive, evidence-based strategies to support client success
• Collect accurate data and complete session documentation
• Collaborate with BCBAs, supervisors, other technicians, and caregivers
• Maintain a safe, structured, engaging, and compassionate therapy environment
• Participate in training, coaching, and professional development

CREDENTIALING AND TRAINING

Candidates without prior experience providing ABA or comparable behavioral services must obtain a Washington State Certified Behavior Technician credential before beginning employment.

Strides will help qualified candidates complete the paperwork, guide them through the application and background-check process, and cover approved costs associated with obtaining the initial CBT credential. Time spent completing pre-employment credentialing requirements is not paid work time. Once hired, employees are paid for required onboarding, job-specific training, and clinical training completed as part of employment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Washington Certified Behavior Technician credential, or willingness to obtain it before employment begins
• Genuine interest in working with children and adolescents with autism
• Dependability and consistent attendance
• Ability to remain patient, engaged, and professional during challenging situations
• Willingness to receive feedback and follow detailed clinical protocols
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to collect data and complete electronic documentation accurately
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of active, clinic-based services
• Ability to pass required background and employment checks
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, special education, human services, or a related field preferred

Strides Therapeutic Services is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, organizational needs, and applicable law.