ABA Therapist

Behavior Technician Position

Join Ad Astra Behavior Analytic Services as a Behavior Technician and gain valuable hands-on experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). This position offers an opportunity to begin or advance your career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families.

In this role, you will provide individualized support by implementing ABA treatment programs designed to develop new skills and promote positive behavioral outcomes. Services are provided in clients' homes and community-based settings according to their treatment needs.

Most sessions are scheduled Monday through Friday between 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM, with flexibility based on client needs and your availability.

Compensation ranges from $20–$27 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. Additional compensation may be available for bilingual Spanish-speaking applicants.

Key Responsibilities

As a Behavior Technician, you will support children in developing essential communication, social, adaptive, and daily living skills. You will implement evidence-based ABA strategies to promote independence, build skills, and address behaviors that may interfere with learning, safety, or daily functioning.

Individuals with coursework, degrees, or experience in psychology, education, human services, child development, or related fields are encouraged to apply.

Success in this position requires dependability, professionalism, strong interpersonal skills, patience, compassion, and a genuine commitment to helping children achieve meaningful progress.

Qualifications

To be considered for the Behavior Technician position, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation
• Active auto insurance with the applicant listed as a covered driver
• Current negative TB test

We are looking for individuals with strong communication, problem-solving, creativity, reliability, and professionalism. The ability to collaborate with BCBAs and other clinical team members is essential. Ad Astra offers competitive hourly compensation, flexible scheduling, ongoing training, and a supportive environment that encourages professional growth within ABA.

Physical and Cognitive Requirements:

• Frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and transition between floor-level and standing positions throughout the workday.
• Participate in developmentally appropriate client activities, including floor-based activities, movement, transitions, and safety monitoring.
• Safely navigate assigned environments, including homes, clinics, schools, community settings, and remote/telehealth settings, as applicable.
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or move therapy materials and equipment, typically up to 50 pounds.
• Sit for extended periods while providing telehealth services or completing computer-based work as needed.
• Use hands and fingers to operate computers, keyboards, mobile devices, and other equipment requiring fine motor coordination.
• Maintain visual and auditory awareness to observe client behavior, monitor safety, and communicate effectively in in-person and virtual settings.
• Read, understand, retain, and apply written and verbal information.
• Maintain attention, concentration, situational awareness, and sound judgment in dynamic environments.
• Collect, record, and submit accurate client data and session documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Demonstrate professionalism and emotional resilience when addressing sensitive client or employee matters, complaints, and workplace concerns.

Additional Benefits Include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO), sick leave, mileage reimbursement, and compensation for drive time
• Free 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training and ongoing development opportunities
• Structured, performance-based pay increases, including raises tied to consistent availability and RBT certification

Incentive Pay Structure

• $1/hour raise after maintaining consistent availability for 90 consecutive days
• Additional $1/hour raise upon successfully earning RBT certification