Registered Behavior Technician

Merakey; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

DailyPay

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician to join our Fort Worth, TX team. You will work one-on-one in our school setting with diverse students, following each child’s IEP and PBSP to help them reach academic and behavioral goals.

You must maintain your RBT certification, pass background checks, and be comfortable with varied postures as needed. This role offers meaningful daily contribution and a trauma-informed environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification.
• Direct ABA experience in a classroom/school setting is highly preferred.
• Completed Associates or bachelor's degree (or degree in process) preferred across psychology, ABA, education, human services.
• Minimum of a high school diploma is required.

Responsibilities

• You will work one-on-one in a school setting with autistic/emotional support students.
• Follow each child's IEP and PBSP to help achieve academic and behavioral goals.
• Contribute to a trauma-informed learning environment as part of a team.

Skills

RBT certification

ABA services experience

Bachelor's degree in process

High school diploma

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Requirements

• Applicants must hold aRegistered Behavior Technician certification
• Direct experience providing ABA services in a classroom or school environment is highly preferred.
• Completed Associates or bachelor's degree (or degree in process) highly preferred -- Degree programs of choice include Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Education, Human Services, Social Work, Special Education, Early Childhood, etc.
• Minimum of a high school degree is required.
• Maintain your RBT certification by tracking supervision hours and renewing your certification on an annual basis.
• Must be willing and able to pass a thorough background check including education / licensure / employment verification, child abuse clearance, physical/TB, and a state and federal criminal background check.
• Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing) for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to receive detailed information through oral and written communication.

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications

• Applicants must hold aRegistered Behavior Technician certification
• Direct experience providing ABA services in a classroom or school environment is highly preferred.
• Completed Associates or bachelor's degree (or degree in process) highly preferred -- Degree programs of choice include Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Education, Human Services, Social Work, Special Education, Early Childhood, etc.
• Minimum of a high school degree is required.
• Maintain your RBT certification by tracking supervision hours and renewing your certification on an annual basis.
• Must be willing and able to pass a thorough background check including education / licensure / employment verification, child abuse clearance, physical/TB, and a state and federal criminal background check.
• Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing) for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to receive detailed information through oral and written communication.

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do.

We are seeking a Registered Behavior Technician to join our team in our Ft. Worth, TX location.

Pay $21

Hours 830-315

Position Details

As aRegistered Behavior Technician, you will work one on one in our school setting, where you will have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of autistic/emotional support students who are all unique and amazing! Following each child's Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP), you will help the student achieve their academic and behavioral goals. Your dedication and empathy will help our students learn in a trauma-informed environment. In this role, you will be part of a team where you can have fun and be an integral part of our students' development.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!