Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Lighthouse Autism Center; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Lighthouse Autism Center in Kearney, Nebraska, is seeking an experienced RBT to deliver one-on-one ABA therapy to children with autism. This full-time position offers a structured career path with opportunities for professional development.

Successful candidates will enjoy a competitive salary, robust benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and support for further education. Join a supportive team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of children.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be 18 years or older.
• Must currently have a valid RBT credential.
• Effective communication skills are required.
• Reliable transportation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver one-on-one ABA therapy to children.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Apply creativity in a play-based therapy environment.
• Document and track each child’s development.

Skills

RBT credential

Effective communication

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Reliable transportation

Job description

Job Type

Full-time

Job Description

Are you an experienced RBT looking to let your expertise truly shine? Join our team of clinicians and embark on a structured career path while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children with autism.

Professional Development and Growth

• Paid training to help ensure confidence and success as you advance in ABA therapy, with additional training at each career level.
• Tuition reimbursement toward a master’s level education in a needed field; support for BCBA certification.
• Competitive salary with opportunities for advancement – in 3 to 15 months you could rise to RBT Trainer with raises at each level.

Additional Benefits

• Robust benefits package from day one, including health, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, and a 401(k) retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off: 3 weeks PTO, holidays, and parental leave.
• Full‑time, center‑based therapy Monday through Friday; no nights, weekends, or contractual obligations.

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver one‑on‑one ABA therapy to children ranging from 18 months to school age.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement personalized therapy plans.
• Apply creativity and advanced techniques in a play‑based, naturalistic therapy environment.
• Guide children’s progress in educational and social settings, preparing them for successful transitions.
• Document and track each child’s development, contributing to their customized therapy programs.
• Work in a supportive team environment that embodies core values of compassion, trustworthiness, courage, and commitment.

Requirements

• Candidates must be 18 years or older.
• Must currently have a valid RBT credential.
• Physically able to lift or carry more than 50 lbs, run, crouch, squat, kneel, bend at the waist, sit long periods, and move quickly between positions without support. Expressive and receptive verbal and written communication is required.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license preferred.
• Safety is a priority: a background check and drug test will be conducted at the time of hire.

Salary

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour