Registered Behavior Technician

Acorn Health; Cookeville (TN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical, dental & vision

Retirement plan

Life insurance

RBT training included

Professional development

BACB supervision

Tuition discounts

Full/Part-time benefits

Job summary

Acorn Health, a leading ABA treatment provider, seeks Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) to join our team and deliver high-quality, intensive ABA interventions under BCBA supervision.

We focus on individualized care, client families, and professional growth. Role involves center-based delivery, travel between clients, and opportunities for career development with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Certification as Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) highly preferred.
• At least 1–2 years experience working with children.
• At least 1 year experience with ABA.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 direct ABA treatment to clients to increase skills and reduce problem behaviors.
• Collaborate with supervising BCBA and team to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Support parent and caregiver training as directed by the BCBA.
• Collect data and document client records to monitor progress and guide treatment decisions.
• Communicate with parents, supervisors, and others to inform and improve treatment plans.
• Provide services in center, home, school, or other clinically indicated locations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Passion for helping others

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or related field

Job description

Acorn Health is an Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) treatment provider dedicated to providing the best quality care for our clients. We aim to continually establish best-in-class standards in integrity and quality for not only ourselves, but also in the field of ABA. We work courageously and with accountability to focus on the individuality of each child, collaborate with client families, and generate permanence in client outcomes. We strive to hire and to invest in our greatest asset - our employees, who are the heart of Acorn Health.

Acorn Health is a standard-setting family of ABA treatment providers. We believe the best employees want to work with companies who share their beliefs, and that is true for families who entrust us with children they love. Every day and every interaction, we strive to demonstrate our Five Core Values.

Are you passionate about working with children on the autism spectrum? Do you thrive in an environment that encourages professional growth? Are you willing to be goofy and have fun while implementing evidence-based treatment? Do you feel accomplished when given the chance to make a difference in a child’s life?

Acorn Health is looking for Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) to join our team! Come join a company focused on helping children with Autism live their most meaningful and functionally independent lives.

At Acorn Health we are driving autism therapy forward.

As an RBT you will work directly with clients delivering high quality, intensive, ABA interventions under supervision of the Behavior Analysts (BCBA) who develop each client’s treatment plan. While each of our centers is unique, we share important core values. We focus on high quality, ethical, individualized treatment. We believe in authenticity and create a place where everyone can show up as their true selves. Teamwork is of the essence and we all commit to working closely together to support each other and the clients we serve. We encourage professional growth and offer career development opportunities to all of our staff.

Job Responsibilities

Deliver 1:1 direct ABA treatment to clients to increase skills, decrease problem behaviors and strengthen the behavioral supports in place

Work closely with the supervising BCBA and other team members to ensure high quality service delivery

Support parent and caregiver training as directed by the BCBA

Collect data and document client records to monitor progress and to enable the best possible treatment decisions

Communicate regularly with parents, supervisor(s), and others as necessary to inform and improve treatment plans

Provide services to clients in center, home, school, or other location(s) as clinically indicated

Schedule may include driving between clients

• Starting at $18.50 / hour

Competitive hourly rates

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement Plan

Other supplemental insurance options, such as life insurance

Paid initial & continued RBT Training

Continued professional development opportunities

BACB fieldwork supervision at no cost to those pursuing coursework in ABA

Tuition discounts from our University partners

All benefits available to full-time staff. Some benefits also available to part-time staff

Qualifications

All States

Certification as Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) highly preferred

At least 1-2 years experience working with children highly preferred

At least 1 year experience with ABA preferred

Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or related field preferred

Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Should enjoy working on an interdisciplinary team and collaborating with others

Detail oriented with strong organizational skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Passion for helping others

Must be able to pass a background check

Your positive impact on our clients and their families will be significant, and you will expand your knowledge and expertise ready to take on additional challenges and grow your career.

Acorn Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sec (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship or immigration status, veteran status, genetic information, height, weight, hair or hairstyle, familial status, marital status, or any other protected status covered by applicable federal, state, or local law.