Behavior Technician BT Work With Kids

Caravel Autism Health; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Health benefits for full-time staff

RBT training program

Referral bonus

Job summary

Caravel Autism Health is seeking a Behavior Technician to deliver one-on-one ABA therapy for young children in a center-based setting. You’ll work under the supervision of a BCBA, building skills through play and meaningful interactions to help children feel safe and supported.

The role includes paid RBT training, progress tracking, and a clear pathway toward BCBA certification. Full-time hours are Monday–Friday, with competitive pay and benefits described in the posting.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Paid training to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).
• Full-time availability Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM.
• Experience with children is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 ABA therapy under supervision of a BCBA.
• Engage children through play and meaningful interactions.
• Track progress and document sessions using ABA technology.
• Create a safe, positive environment for each child.
• Prepare for RBT certification within 45 days.

Skills

ABA Therapy

RBT Training

Child Development

Education

High school diploma

Tools

ABA data tracking software

Job description

Behavior Technician BT - Not just a job. A calling

We're looking for a certain kind of person. They kneel down to a child's eye level. They patiently bring the same positivity to the tenth try as the first. They celebrate a kinda tiny win like it's the biggest thing that happened all week…because for that kid, it might be.

We call them teammates who change lives. And we don't need you to have experience to be one. We'll teach you the skills. But if this sounds like it might be a fit, here's what walking through our door looks like.

• Clinical leadership that's actually there You're never on an island. You'll receive strong clinical mentorship, real career pathways into leadership, and colleagues who treat your expertise like it matters. Because it does.
• Paid training to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), with guidance and support from mentors and peers.
• A culture that supports you driven by the values of collaboration and shared success, not competition

What You’ll Do:

You'll work 1:1 with children ages 18 months to 6 years who have a diagnosis of autism, in a center-based environment. Day to day, that means:

• Delivering Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), guided by individualized treatment plans
• Building skills through play, connection, and the kind of presence that helps a child feel safe enough to try
• Tracking progress and documenting sessions using ABA technology
• Creating a safe, positive environment for every child you work with
• Preparing for your RBT certification exam within your first 45 days

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
  • No RBT yet? Start at $18-$20/hour with paid training to become an RBT in 45 days
  • RBT certified? Start at least $19/hour, with opportunities to grow to $29/hour
• 401(k) with company match
• $500 referral bonus
• Paid time off, holiday pay
• No dress code, everyday casual clothing
• Full health benefits for full-time team members
• 1:1 client sessions - no group billing or overwhelming caseloads
• A career pathway to become a BCBA with our BCBA Rise Scholarship program that provides up to $10,000 in financial support for your Master's degree

What we’re looking for:

• Full-time availability Monday-Friday, between 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
• Must be 18 or older with a high school diploma or equivalent
• Reliability - showing up for scheduled hours and staying on top of administrative tasks
• Resilience and compassion, especially on the tough days
• Interest in psychology, education, healthcare, or human services - experience with children is a plus