Behavior Technician

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLooking for a job working with kids in Traverse City, Michigan with no experience required? Earn $18 - $23 / hour as a Behavior Technician, with paid training to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)! Now hiring for both Full-Time and Part-Time positions!Looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference in the lives of children with autism? You don't need a degree or years of experience. You need patience, compassion, a love of working with kids, and the willingness to learn. We handle the rest. Join North Arrow ABA as a Entry-Level Autism Support Specialist also referred to as a Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in Traverse City, MI!

If you've ever babysat, coached youth sports, worked at a daycare, been a paraprofessional, or tutored, you're exactly who we want to talk to. We'll provide paid training in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and support your professional growth every step of the way You’ll receive paid, hands-on training required to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), setting you up with the skills and support needed to succeed.

At North Arrow, you'll help create progress that changes lives, from a child's first words to milestones that build confidence, independence and new possibilities. You'll be surrounded by support that goes beyond, with other employee-owners, supervisors, and leaders who genuinely have your back. And as an employee-owned company, we offer opportunities without limits, meaning you'll continue building the skills, confidence, and experience needed to take on new challenges and grow. Pay: $18 - $23 / hour

$500 bonus after training and 30 days of direct therapy work

Hours of Operation: Monday-Saturday, 8:00 AM-7:00 PM. During your interview, we'll discuss your availability and identify a schedule that works best for you and our clients.

Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities available!

Why North Arrow ABA?

Paid Training - We’ll help you get RBT certified! Fast-track career growth – become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) within 90 days Paid time off (PTO) - accruals start on day 1!

Performance-based raises & annual reviews Monthly bonus opportunities Employee Assistance Program – free mental health care for you and anyone who lives in your household! Team events, recognition, and a supportive culture Full benefits package for eligible team members- medical, dental, vision, mental health support, STD/LTD* 401(k) with company* Childcare program options* *Notes eligibility requirements to qualify

Your career path

Start as a BT → RBT certified within 90 days → BCBA track if that's your goal. We train you, certify you, and invest in you.

Join North Arrow ABA in Traverse City, MI, and make a lasting impact by helping children grow, learn, and thrive!ResponsibilitiesDirect therapy care in one-on-one and group settings utilizing a combination of teaching and natural environment training Follow Treatment Plan protocols and record data for therapy sessions Assist with parent and caregiver training Assist in preparing client therapy and training materials Collaborate with the treatment team including the client, parents and caregivers, outside professionals, and supervisors in the development and evolution of treatment plans over time Required SkillsMust be 18 years or older

High school diploma (documentation required for employment) Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and motor vehicle insurance to travel between clients Experience working with children in an educational/classroom, daycare or similar one-on-one setting – preferred

Ability to interpret and implement written clinical protocols (once trained) as it relates to clinical skills, professional development, ethics, and technology Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at once Willingness to accept constructive feedback for both professional development and in the improvement of clinical skills and treatment plans Strong interpersonal skills to build professional relationships with clients, co-workers, supervisors, and community members Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, to lift & carry younger clients, and sit or stand in a variety of postures over an extended period of time Must pass a background check to be legally able to deliver Medicaid services

North Arrow ABA is committed to equal employment opportunities, and to hiring the most qualified applicant at all levels. It is our policy to recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals, as well as administer any and all personnel actions, without regard to military status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, age, sexual orientation, marital status, union affiliation, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We do not tolerate discrimination; any such conduct is strictly prohibited.

Ready to apply?

Five minutes. No cover letter. We review every application and typically reach out within a few business days.