Part-time Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Ascend Autism; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time schedule

Paid RBT certification

Raises every 6 months

BCBA supervision hours

401(k) with company match

Health, Dental & Vision insurance

CEU/PDU reimbursement

Tuition discounts & loan reimbursement

Referral bonus

Paid trainings

Job summary

Ascend Autism is seeking a part-time BT/RBT to provide center-based ABA therapy for children aged 2–7. The role focuses on early intervention, social development, and school readiness in a collaborative clinical setting.

You will implement treatment plans, collect data, and contribute to team meetings and professional development, with BCBA supervision and ongoing training provided.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Fluent in English

Reliable transportation

Willingness to obtain RBT Cert.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College coursework related to psychology/education

Job description

What We Offer:

• Pay: $20–$27 per hour, based on experience
• Schedule Monday through Friday
• Part-time / half-day schedule 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