Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Ascend Autism; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 57,308,160 - 77,366,016; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Center-based ABA therapy

RBT certification training

Raises every 6 months

BCBA supervision

401(k) with company match

Health, dental & vision insurance

CEU/PDU reimbursement

Tuition discounts & loan reimbursement

Referral bonus

Job summary

Ascend Autism is seeking a center-based BT/RBT to support children aged 2–7 with early intervention, social development, and school readiness.

You will provide center-based 1:1 ABA therapy, implement treatment plans, and maintain data and reporting under BCBA supervision in a collaborative clinical environment.

Applicants should be fluent in English, hold a high school diploma, and be willing to obtain RBT certification; reliable transportation and a passion for helping children are essential.

Qualifications

• Fluent in English required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Willingness to obtain RBT certification required.
• Genuine interest in actively engaging with young children.
• Reliable transportation to and from the center preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide center-based 1:1 ABA therapy to children with autism.
• Implement treatment plans and behavior intervention strategies.
• Maintain accurate documentation, data collection, and reporting.
• Teach life skills and support children’s development.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and professional development.
• Ensure compliance with BACB and company standards.

Skills

Fluent in English

Genuine interest in working with young

Reliable transportation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Willingness to obtain RBT Certification

College coursework or degree in psychology/education/early childhood development

Job description

What We Offer:

• Pay: $20–$27 per hour, based on experience


• Schedule Monday through Friday


• 35-40 hour and 20+ hours weekly schedules available


• Paid RBT certification & training


• Opportunities for raises every 6 months through performance reviews


• BCBA supervision hours and mentorship


• 401(k) with 4% company match


• Health, Dental & Vision insurance for qualifying employees


• CEU/ PDU reimbursement + ongoing professional development


• Tuition discounts & loan reimbursement opportunities


• Referral Bonus program

The Role:

This is a center-based Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) role serving children with an age range of 2-7 years, focused on early intervention, social development, and school readiness.

You'll work in a collaborative clinical environment that primarily focuses on:

• Center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy


• Communication, social, and daily living skills


• Natural environment and play-based learning


• In-person BCBA support and supervision

What You'll Be Doing:

• Providing center-based 1:1 ABA therapy to children with autism


• Implementing treatment plans and behavior intervention strategies


• Maintaining accurate documentation, data collection, and reporting


• Teaching life skills and supporting children’s development


• Participating in team meetings, training, and professional development


• Ensuring compliance with BACB and company standards

Qualifications:

Required

• Fluent in English


• High school diploma or equivalent


• Willingness to obtain Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification


• Genuine interest in working actively and playfully with young children


• Reliable transportation to and from the center

Preferred but Not Required

• Experience working with children


• Experience with developmental disabilities


• College coursework or a degree in psychology, education, early childhood development, special education, social work, or a related field

Physical Requirements:

• Sit, stand, and kneel on the floor throughout the day


• Lift upto 45 pounds at a time


• Able to safely respond to physically demanding behaviors per protocol


• Ability to be attentive and focused in a busy environment