Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time

ICBD; Homestead (FL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement

Master’s program scholarship

Paid RBT training

BCBA mentorship

401(k) with match

Job summary

ABA Centers of Florida in Miami Dade County is seeking a Behavior Technician (BT) to provide focused support for individuals with autism in homes, centers, or community settings. The role includes training with supervision and a clear path to RBT advancement.

The company offers paid training and ongoing career development within a growing healthcare team. The position requires availability afternoons/evenings/weekends, a high school diploma, reliable transportation, and the ability to pass

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Availability during 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

• Support individuals with autism in the home, in the community, or in one of our new centers.
• Teach daily living skills and social skills using effective behavior and evidence-based treatments.
• Collect, organize, and summarize unbiased data during sessions.
• Collaborate and participate in clinical team meetings and ongoing training.
• Implement training and therapy sessions designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
• Proactively communicate and collaborate effectively with fellow RBTs, BCBAs, families, Executive Directors, and additional team members to support the client’s needs.
• Performs other clerical and administrative duties as assigned to support operations.

Skills

Background checks

Drug screening

Reliable transportation

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Behavior Technician - BT - Full-Time

ABA Centers of Florida

Miami Dade County (Kendall, South Miami, Homestead)

*Required availability:Monday - Friday, 10 AM - 8:00 PM; potential Saturdays, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Starting rate of $19.35/hour for BTs

Starting rate of $21.40/hour for RBTs

Final compensation will be determined by a candidate’s experience, training, and educational credentials*

Growth Opportunity in Healthcare—Will Train!

Do you love working with kids? Looking for a new career in healthcare with a stable, growing company that supports and values its team members? Come be a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with us! We offer paid training and thorough preparation for the RBT exam through our ABA Academy of Excellence! Plus, you’ll benefit from ongoing career support and advancement opportunities.

Interested in Furthering Your Career in ABA? We Can Help!

For career-minded RBTs who wish to pursue advancement, we offer opportunities to:

• Advance your RBT career to positions like Lead RBT, RBT Supervisor, BCBA, and other corporate or clinic positions
• Apply for our full scholarship at Temple University for Master’s in ABA
• Join our BCBA Apprentice Program (after 90 days of full-time work)

What You’ll Do

• Support individuals with autism in the home, in the community, or in one of our new centers
• Teach daily living skills and social skills using effective behavior and evidence-based treatments
• Collect, organize, and summarize unbiased data during sessions
• Collaborate and participate in clinical team meetings and ongoing training
• Implement training and therapy sessions designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Proactively communicate and collaborate effectively with fellow RBTs, BCBAs, families, Executive Directors, and additional team members to support the client’s needs
• Performs other clerical and administrative duties as assigned to support operations

What We’re Looking For

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Availability during 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
• NJ candidates must be at least 21 years of age and have a minimum of 1 year of experience working with children, in healthcare, or in a related field.

Position-Specific

• 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

Preferred

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

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 a designated University to pursue a Master’s degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
• Professional development opportunities for certification
• Paid RBT training
• Mentorship toward BCBA certification

Other Benefits

• 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 of America 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 discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

ABA Centers participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program.

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