REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN (RBT) – PLAY. GROW. CHANGE A LIFE

Ascend Behavior Partners; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training program to become RBT

Growth opportunities

Spanish-language pay bump

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off + holidays + birthday

Job summary

Ascend Behavior Partners is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) to work in Lakewood, CO. You will provide 1-on-1 ABA-based play sessions for children on the autism spectrum, focusing on everyday skills and language development.

No prior ABA experience is required; a good heart, willingness to learn, and the ability to build trusting relationships with children are essential. Growth and supervision support are offered within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience with children and a caring approach are essential.
• Ability to learn ABA basics and apply in play-based sessions.
• Willingness to obtain RBT certification and ongoing training.

Responsibilities

• Work 1-on-1 with children on the autism spectrum.
• Use play, creativity, and ABA therapy to teach daily living skills.
• Be patient, energetic, and celebrate small wins.
• Support kids with daily living skills, language acquisition, and behaviors.

Skills

Empathy

Willingness to learn

Relationship building

One-on-one work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN (RBT) – PLAY. GROW. CHANGE A LIFE

Full Time Lakewood, CO, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1482

Salary Range: $21.00 To $27.00 Hourly

Job Posting Title REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN (RBT) – PLAY. GROW. CHANGE A LIFE

Job Description

What if your job was to make a child laugh, learn, and believe in themselves?

At Ascend Behavior Partners , that's what RBTs do every day.

You’ll get to work with children with autism through play, teaching, and everyday activities.

You don't need years of ABA experience. You do need a good heart, a willingness to learn, and the ability to build a real relationship with a child.

What you’ll do

• Work 1-on-1 with children on the autism spectrum
• Use play, creativity, and ABA therapy to teach everyday life skills
• Bring patience, energy, and fun to each session, and celebrate all wins!
• Work with kids on daily living skills, language acquisition and challenging behaviors.

What you’ll get

• Join a Special Community with authentic relationships and a supportive team
• Training to become a Registered Behavior Technician (comes with a pay raise!)
• Smiles and laughs from kids
• A rewarding career path in behavioral health

Pay & benefits

$21–$27/hour to start Up to $5/hour additional in your first year through growth & development AND $1 if you speak spanish.

• Medical, dental & vision
• 401(k) with up to 4% match
• PTO + paid holidays + your birthday day off
• Free virtual healthcare & mental health resources
• Volunteer time off + paid sabbatical
• 5 levels of growth in your RBT role
• Strong supervision for RBTs (minimum 10%)

What we need from you:

• Professional experience working with children
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Reliable transportation & drivers’ license
• Willing to work in home or in-clinic
• Ability to pass background check
• Willingness to obtain RBT certification
• Availability to work M-F (full time = 8am-5:30pm; part-time = half that)

Why Ascend?

At Ascend, you'll hear things like:

“Celebrate all wins.” “Clear is kind.” “Problems are opportunities.” “You don't need a title to be a leader.” “Embrace your inner child.”

This isn’t just a job. We believe it can be a #LifeChanging experience through the relationships you build and the impact you have on kids and families.