Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time

ABA Centers of Rhode Island; East Providence (RI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonuses for BCBAs and RBTs

Paid RBT training

Scholarship for ABA Master’s degree

Job summary

ABA Centers of Rhode Island is seeking a Behavior Technician (BT) to join our growing ABA team in Providence. The role supports clients with Applied Behavior Analysis services across homes, schools, and clinics, under BCBA supervision. Paid training, mentorship, and clear advancement paths are offered.

Starting BT pay is $21.25 per hour, with potential for growth; RBTs earn $23.50 per hour. Final compensation reflects experience, education, and training, with referral bonuses available for BCBAs

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Availability during mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Reliable transportation with valid driver's license and insurance.
• Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and driving record review.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ABA therapy in homes, schools, communities, clinics, or other venues depending on client needs.
• Teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision.
• Track Progress & Maintain Quality.
• Collect, organize, and document session data accurately.
• Work closely with BCBAs, team members, and families.
• Participating in team meetings and ongoing training.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time

ABA Centers of Rhode Island

Providence, RI

*Required availability:

Monday - Friday, 08:00 AM - 7:00 PM; potential Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

RBT: Starting rate of $23.50 per hour.

BT: Starting rate of $21.25 per hour.

*Final compensation determined by experience, training, and education.

*** Referral Bonus $500 for a RBT

***Referral Bonus $5,000 for a BCBA

Grow Your Career in ABA

Join one of the nation's fastest-growing providers of autism care and make a meaningful impact every day. At ABA Centers,we'recommitted to delivering high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy while investing in our team's growth and success.

Whetheryou'realready a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or just starting your journey, we provide paid training, mentorship, and a clear path for career advancement. Ifyou'renot yet certified,we'llsupport you through our ABA Academy of Excellence to help you prepare for and pass the RBTexam,which isrequired by thelicensing board(BACB) to deliver care.

Who We Are

We are a leading and rapidly growing provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, committed to delivering life-changing outcomes for individuals with autism and their families.

Our mission ito deliverlife changingoutcomes for people with Autism, and their families, through rapid access to care - including diagnosis and individualized applied behavior analysis therapy. We achieve this mission by expanding access tohigh-quality, compassionate care while driving measurable results. We are guided by core values that define how we work every day, People First, The Joy Effect, Data-Driven Excellence, Disrupt with Purpose, Celebrate Uniqueness, and Resilient and Responsible, ensuring we prioritize those we serve, create meaningful connections, continuously improve outcomes, challenge the status quo, and hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards.

WhatYou'llDo

Direct Client Support

• Deliver ABA therapy in homes, schools, communities, clinics, or other venues depending on client needs
• Teach communication, social, and daily living skills
• Implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision
• Track Progress &MaintainQuality
• Collect, organize, and document session data accurately
• Work closely with BCBAs, team members, and families
• Participatingin team meetings and ongoing training

Support Operations

• Assistwith administrative and clinical support tasks as needed.

Requirements

What We're Looking For

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• Availability during mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Reliable transportation with valid driver's license and insurance
• Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and driving record review

Preferred

• Experience in childcare, education, or related fields
• Experience working with children or adolescents
• Prior exposure to ABA services

Position-Specific Items

• Behavior Technician (BT): Complete a 40-hour paid training program over 2 consecutive weeks (at the same rate of pay), followed by precepting (hands-on supervision), and pass the RBT exam within 45 days (up to 3 weeks total)
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT): Active certification in good standing; 1 week of paid training followed by precepting (hands-on supervision) (up to 2 weeks total)
• Training availability (BT / RBT): Must be available Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Benefits & Career Growth

• Career Advancement - Level Up Program
• Structured growth to RBT Level 2 and Level 3 ($1/hour pay increase per level upon competency completion).
• Apprenticeship program: training and supervision hours provided.
• Full-tuition scholarship opportunity at Temple University to pursue aMaster's degree in AppliedBehavior Analysis (ABA)
• Professional development opportunities for certification
• Paid RBT training
• Mentorship toward BCBA certification

Other Benefits(FT Employees)

• 21 paid days off (15 PTO days increasing with tenure, plus 6 paid holidays)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D insurance, and GAP Plan (TransAmerica)
• Generous 401(k) with up to 6% employer match
• 100% employer-paid maternity/paternity leavefor up to 5 weeks
• EAP (unlimited counseling 24/7),BeyondMed(discounts on wellness and elective healthcare services),PerkSpot(discounts on top brands), Pet Insurance (Nationwide), and On theGoGawellbeing hub
• Mileage reimbursement
• Performance bonus potential
• Referral bonusesfor BCBAs and RBTs

Closing Statement

ABA Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building an inclusive workplace free from discrimination.We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, and do not discriminateon the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

ABA Centersparticipatesin the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program.

We are committed to providing reasonableaccommodationsfor qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment.If you require assistance or accommodation, please let us know.