Registered Behavior Technician - RBT/BT - Full-Time

ABA Centers of Tennessee; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 46,800 - 57,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 paid days off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid RBT training

Tuition reimbursement

Performance bonus

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a full-time Behavior Technician/Registered Behavior Technician in Knoxville, TN. The role involves supporting individuals with autism and teaching essential skills based on evidence-based treatments. Benefits include 21 paid days off, medical insurance, and bonuses for referrals. The company provides paid training for certification and opportunities for career advancement within the ABA Academy of Excellence.

Qualifications

• Must be able to attend the 40-hour RBT training course and pass the RBT exam within 45 days of hire.
• Availability during after-school hours, weekends, and holidays is required.
• Consistent, reliable transportation, a driver's license, and car insurance needed.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals with autism in various settings.
• Teach daily living and social skills using evidence-based treatments.
• Collect and summarize unbiased session data.
• Implement training sessions designed by a BCBA.

Skills

Child interaction

Behavioral analysis

Data collection

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Behavior Technician/Registered Behavior Technician (BT/RBT) – ABA Centers of Tennessee

Full‑time

Location: Johnson City / Bristol, TN

Starting rate: $25/hour

The starting pay range is $52,000.00 per year, but the final compensation will be determined by a candidate's experience, training, and educational credentials.

Growth Opportunity in Healthcare—Will Train!

Do you love working with kids? Looking for a new career in healthcare with a stable, growing company that supports and values its team members? Come be a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with us! We offer paid training and thorough preparation for the RBT exam through our ABA Academy of Excellence! Plus, you'll benefit from ongoing career support and advancement opportunities.

Interested in Furthering Your Career in ABA? We Can Help!

• Advance your RBT career to positions like Lead RBT, RBT Supervisor, BCBA, and other corporate or clinic positions
• Apply for a scholarship at Temple University for a master’s in ABA
• Join our BCBA Apprentice Program (after 90 days of full‑time work)

What You'll Do

• Support individuals with autism in the home, in the community, or in one of our new centers
• Teach daily living skills and social skills using effective behavior and evidence‑based treatments
• Collect, organize, and summarize unbiased data during sessions
• Collaborate and participate in clinical team meetings and ongoing training
• Implement training and therapy sessions designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Proactively communicate and collaborate effectively with fellow RBTs, BCBAs, families, executive directors, and other team members to support the client's needs
• Perform other clerical and administrative duties as assigned to support operations

Education/Experience and Other Requirements

• High‑school diploma or equivalent
• Availability during after‑school hours, weekends, and holidays
• Consistent, reliable transportation, a driver's license, and car insurance to provide in‑home services for clients
• Must maintain clean background/drug screenings and driving record
• BT: Ability to attend our 40‑hour RBT training course and be eligible to pass the RBT exam within 45 days of hire
• RBT: Ability to attend required training program

Benefits

• 21 paid days off (15 days of PTO, which increases with tenure, plus 6 holidays)
• Medical, dental, vision, long‑term disability, and life insurance
• Generous 401(k) with up to 6% employer match
• Mentoring for team members who wish to become BCBAs
• Paid Registered Behavior Technician training
• CEU reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement at the current IRS standard rate
• Opportunity for full‑tuition scholarship to Temple University's Master’s in ABA program
• Performance bonus potential

$5,000 bonus for referring BCBAs to work with us.

$500 bonus for referring RBTs to work with us.

About ABA Centers of Tennessee

ABA Centers of Tennessee is a great place to work! We are listed in Inc. magazine's Best in Business list for “Health Services.”