ABA Behavior Technician (RBT) - Part-Time, Center-Based

Overview Verbal Beginnings | ABA Centers | Part-Time Changing lives. One child at a time. One professional at a time. Location: ABA Center - Frederick, MD (in-person) Compensation: $23-$29 per hour (based on experience and RBT certification) Part-Time (Half-Day) Scheduling Morning (AM): A Block 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | B Block 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Hours are not guaranteed and may vary based on center/client needs. Benefits Professionally Managed 401(k) Plan Tuition assistance + free BCBA supervision hours About Verbal Beginnings Verbal Beginnings is a leading Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy provider dedicated to unlocking the potential of children ages 2-18 diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). With the belief that every child can learn, we promote independence and improve the quality of life for the children and families we serve through individualized, research-based treatment. Our commitment to care and our core values have guided us for over a decade - and continue to drive every interaction with every child. Why Behavior Technicians Should Join Us Working at Verbal Beginnings is more than just a job. It's a meaningful career that gives you the power to change the course of a child's life. By helping children communicate, build independence, and connect with the world around them, your work creates real, lasting progress - for kids and their families. Over 1,000 lives changed and counting. No ABA experience? No problem. We provide comprehensive training and sponsor your path to becoming a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). Grow your career. Move up a defined ladder - from Technician to Lead Technician to Therapy Room Supervisor - with the competencies for each level spelled out so you always know what's next. We also offer student loan assistance, free BCBA supervision hours, and scholarships for employees pursuing their Master's degree. Keep learning. Access free monthly CEUs through Verbal Beginnings University (VBU), our in-house continuing education program - so you're always growing, not just working. Great Place To Work® Certified for 2026. Independently certified by Great Place To Work®, the global authority on workplace culture - based entirely on confidential surveys from our own employees. That recognition didn't come from us. It came from our team. Collaborative culture. A supportive team environment where every member is invested in the children we serve and in each other's growth. Responsibilities Summary The Part-Time ABA Technician position at the Verbal Beginnings Center involves providing ABA therapy to clients at the Verbal Beginnings Center, while living out our Pledge of Care and VB Pack Values: Passion, Accountability, Celebration & Kindness. All ABA Technicians are expected to engage professionally and responsibly within the organization. WHAT YOUR DAY LOOKS LIKE Implement individualized, evidence-based ABA treatment plans designed by a supervising BCBA to address each child's unique goals. Collect and record precise data to track each child's progress and inform ongoing treatment updates. Collaborate closely with your clinical supervisor to ensure consistent, high-quality care for every child. Build positive, trusting relationships with children, their families, and your fellow team members. Qualifications Required High School Diploma Patience, compassion, and a genuine commitment to helping children with autism reach their goals Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a care team Preferred Associate's Degree in healthcare or core science 1-6 months of related experience working with children with Autism Previous experience in ABA Therapy 40-hr RBT course completed prior to start date Certification Note Applicants who are not yet RBT-certified must complete the RBT coursework and pass the RBT exam within 90 days of hire. We actively support you through this process - ask us how! PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical requirements outlined here are representative of those that an employee must be able to meet to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Regularly required to perform activities such as reaching, grasping, walking briskly or running, sitting on the floor, kneeling, crouching, ascending and descending stairs, and transitioning quickly between standing, sitting, and other positions (e.g., floor, chair, or other surfaces) throughout the day. Ability to interact effectively by speaking clearly, using age-appropriate language, and observing and maintaining attention through verbal and non-verbal communication Successful completion of Safety Care training and Re-Certifications, which includes carrying children per Safety Care training. Active participation in Safety Care is a condition of employment. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Verbal Beginnings prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, or sex. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. #BT2 Salary Range USD $23.00 - USD $29.00 /Hr. #J-18808-Ljbffr