Behavior Technician (BT)

House of Hearts Massachusetts; Arlington (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career pathway

Competitive pay

Professional development

Meaningful work

Job summary

House of Hearts ABA is hiring Behavior Technicians (BTs) across Massachusetts, offering a paid pathway to becoming a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). No prior ABA experience is required, with hands-on training, mentorship, and certification support.

Earn hourly wages and potential salary positions as you progress. As a BT, you will work one-on-one with children diagnosed with autism, implementing programs developed by BCBA supervisors and supporting skill development in communication,

Qualifications

• No prior ABA experience required.

Responsibilities

• Work one on one with children (ages 1 to 18) diagnosed with autism.
• Implement behavior and learning programs under BCBA supervision.
• Help children build communication, social, independence, and regulation skills.
• Work in home, school, and community settings with clinical team support.

Job description

Location: Now hiring across Massachusetts, including Boston, Cambridge, Waltham, Lexington, Framingham, Quincy, Salem, Lynn, Woburn, Chelsea, Everett, Revere, East Boston, Malden, Medford, Wakefield, Saugus and many more!
Company: House of Hearts ABA
Compensation as a BT: $22 to $25 per hour
Compensation as an RBT: $26 to $33 per hour once RBT certified (with opportunities for salary positions and growth)

About the Opportunity

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children with autism? Do you want a meaningful career helping families, not just a job?

At House of Hearts ABA, we're growing our team of Behavior Technicians (BTs) and offering a paid pathway to becoming a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). No prior ABA experience required!

We will provide hands on training, mentorship, and full certification support so you can launch a fulfilling and stable career in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

What You'll Do

• Work one on one with children (ages 1 to 18) diagnosed with autism.

• Implement behavior and learning programs developed by our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).

• Help children build critical skills in communication, social interaction, independence, and emotional regulation.

• Work in home, school, and community settings with the full support of our clinical team.

Our RBT Training & Certification Path

Once hired as a Behavior Technician, you'll complete our structured in house training program to earn your RBT credential. Most team members finish the full path in about 30 to 40 days, and we highly recommend completing your certification within the first 1 to 3 months of hire:

• Week 1: Complete your 40 hour RBT training course (we'll guide you every step).

• Week 2: Complete your Competency Assessment under BCBA supervision.

• Weeks 3 to 4: Schedule and take your RBT Board Exam.

This process is structured and time sensitive. We're looking for individuals who are motivated, disciplined, and serious about building a career helping others.

Once certified, you'll officially begin working as an RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) with House of Hearts ABA, with immediate pay at $25 to $30 per hour and opportunities for salary based positions and rapid advancement.

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking individuals who are:

• Passionate about helping children and families.

• Hardworking, dependable, and coachable.

• Eager to learn and follow through with certification requirements.

• Compassionate communicators with strong people skills.

• Able to pass a background check and have a high school diploma (or higher).

• Have reliable transportation (for in home or school based sessions).

Why Join House of Hearts ABA?

At House of Hearts, we're more than just a company. We're a team driven by purpose. We believe in supporting not only our clients but also our staff through mentorship, growth opportunities, and a family like culture.

We offer:

• A clear career pathway from BT to RBT (and beyond).

• Competitive pay and the chance to grow into leadership roles.

• Ongoing professional development and continuing education.

• The opportunity to change lives daily and build a meaningful career.