Behavior Technician / Registered Behavior Technician Part-time

Nexus Therapies; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K

Phone stipend

Sick pay

PTO

National Holidays

Laptop or iPad

Continuing Education Units (CEU)

Job summary

Nexus Therapies in Fairfield, Connecticut is seeking a Behavior Therapist responsible for delivering intensive behavioral intervention services to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder. You will work within a clinical team to implement tailored treatment plans and maintain accurate documentation.

This part-time role requires a high school degree, RBT certification, and the ability to communicate effectively. Flexible Monday through Friday hours are available, with occasional weekend shifts as necessary.

Qualifications

• High School degree required.
• Relevant associate's or bachelor's degree in psychology, child development, or related field.
• RBT Certification is a must.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct therapy in individual and group sessions.
• Complete weekly program writing and maintain client's program book.
• Work with the Clinical Team to implement individualized goals.

Skills

Understanding of DTT

Knowledge of PECS

Knowledge of PRT

Communication Skills

Empathy

Education

High School Degree

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in relevant field

RBT Certification

Job description

Fairfield, United States | Posted on 07/01/2026

Reports To: BCBA/BCaBA/Nexus Therapies Management

Summary

Responsible for providing intensive behavioral intervention services to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental delays in language, cognitive, adaptive behavior, social-emotional, self-care, fine motor, gross motor and communication development. The behavior therapist is ultimately responsible for direct delivery of the behavioral services to the children and families, as well as accurate record-keeping of case notes and excellent communication with supervising BCABA or BCBA about the program and the progress of the behavioral service plans. The RBT maintains a weekly billable caseload of service hours as directed.

Essential Functions

• Provide direct therapy in individual and group sessions.
• Complete weekly program writing and maintain client's program book.
• Work with the Clinical Team and implement individualized goals and checklists.
• Implement individualized treatment plans as written and directed by a Clinical Manager.
• Graph data as instructed - may only apply if the electronic data collection system is offline.
• Maintain respect and confidentiality for all clients.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state‑of‑the‑art practices; participating in professional societies.
• Maintain and protect the well-being of all clients.
• Avoid legal challenges by keeping client information confidential.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license and the ability to meet California’s driving requirements.
• Dependable means of transportation.

Additional Functions

Actively communicates the Nexus Therapies' outreach efforts to community.

Adheres to the mission, vision, and values of Nexus Therapies (very important).

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• High School Degree
• An associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in the areas of applied behavior analysis, marriage and family therapy, child development, special education, psychology, or related field.
• RBT Certification.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of DTT, PECS, PRT, and other ABA strategies.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and circulate for extended periods of time.
• Ability to see for purposes of reading laws and codes, rules and policies, and other printed matter and observing students.
• Ability to hear and understand speech at normal speech levels, in the English language.
• Ability to communicate so others will be able to understand normal conversation clearly.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds.
• Adapt to manage moderate to high-stress levels.
• Work fluctuates between a clinical, office, and home environment.
• Climate is normal; occasional adverse weather conditions.
• Regular contact with parents, community members, and outside agency personnel.
• Hazards: Incumbents may be exposed to contact with individuals displaying physically aggressive, self‑abusive, or socially undesirable behavior.
• Ability and willingness to travel between client locations for appointments as assigned in a punctual manner.
• Successfully pass an FBI and DOJ background check.

Reliable transportation is required.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

This is a part‑time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, with some weekends as needed; hours will fluctuate based on workload and client schedule. Occasional weekend work will be required based on client needs.

Monday - Friday hours available 12 pm to 8 pm.

Saturday - 10 am to 6 pm

• Health
• 401K
• Phone stipend
• Sick pay
• PTO
• National Holidays
• Laptop or iPad
• Continuing Education Units (CEU)
• Training

*Some benefits apply to full-time positions.

**Part-time positions may become full-time if the candidate is interested and based on client availability.