The RBT/ABA Behavior Technician plays a critical role in providing treatment to children with various developmental disabilities in an all-inclusive therapy/classroom environment, ABA clinic, and home-based setting. Success in this position means implementing program target instructions and treatment strategies with fidelity, maintaining open communication and teamwork, and upholding L.I.F.E.’s mission and values.

Job Details: Full-Time HOURLY Pay Rates = $20.00 - $31.50, dependent on education and experience in the field of ABA 

$1000 Commitment Bonus, 25% at 3 months, 25% at 6 months, and 50% at one year

Responsibilities

- Implement all program target instructions and treatment strategies within an intensive behavioral plan, as designed by the Program Manager (Behavior Analyst/Masters Level Clinician) to ensure fidelity of treatment.

- Follow the ABA department's job expectations across environments.

- Display open communication and teamwork with the clinical and management team.

- Maintain a positive, inclusive, and engaging work environment.

- Uphold L.I.F.E.’s mission and values during service time with clients and their families.

- Understand and acknowledge the limitations of their experience.

- Recognize when a problem behavior exceeds their level of competence, and seek assistance from the Program Manager or member of a clinical team.

- Maintain a professional relationship with the families and avoid any dual relationships.

- Increase knowledge and maintain professional development by participating in ongoing training.

- Uphold the ethical guidelines as outlined by the BACB.

- Demonstrate self-motivation, high energy, and good moral character.

- Maintain documentation of each client session by completing session notes within Catalyst.

- Perform standard administrative duties and any additional related duties as assigned.

- Execute all duties in a safe and prudent manner as directed by the ABA department’s management team.

Qualifications

Education: Must be at least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience: At least 3 months of experience with children is preferred.

Skills:

 - Knowledge, skills, and experience sufficient to fulfill the position's requirements.

 - Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook; online documentation; effective communication skills/ability to professionally promote direct support services.

Certifications:

 - Fingerprinting, fingerprint clearance, and disclosure statement regarding criminal record signed by applicant.

 - Provide three (3) references (forms provided).

 - Current CPR and First aid certification (originals must be provided for copy and file).

 - Proof of training and proficiency in A.A.C. Title 6, Chapter 6, Article 9.

 - Prevention and Support Certification.

Time off for Self-Care:

• Up to 2 Weeks of PTO during the first two years of service; accruing up to 3 Weeks of PTO starts after 2 years
• PTO rollover
• An additional 12 Paid Holidays each year (Paid after 90 days)
• Spring | Fall | Winter breaks – Paid after 3 years

Earn Extra: 

• Annual and semi-annual opportunities to increase pay rate or earn a bonus
• Paid drive time at hourly wage
• Paid monthly training related to ABA
• Billables offered for cancellations and administrative duties
• Free BCBA supervision
• Free RBT supervision

Global LIFE Benefits:

• Be part of a team with an important mission to help people with disabilities
• Health | Vision | Dental benefits
• Wellness Program (stay healthy, earn rewards, discounts on insurance premiums)
• 401K/Roth Retirement Plans
• Attendance bonuses
• Annual longevity bonuses based on organization profitability
• Employee Assistance Program (free counseling and other assistance)
• Partial Paid FMLA
• Professional development opportunities
• In-house training
• Discounts on degrees through a partnership with Capella University
• Learn from different disciplines
• As a non-profit 501c-3, LIFE may qualify you for student loan forgiveness 
• Employee appreciation activities • Birthday recognition and treats provided monthly
• Employment anniversary recognition every year - special gifts provided at 1, 3, 5, 10 and 15-year mark
• Employee of the month for each department. Recognition, gift, personalized parking space for the month
• All staff celebrations (close center, fun staff social activities)
• Monday football treats for all staff during football season
• Free work shirts on a recurring basis
• Departmental budgets are used to buy staff supplies and facilitate teambuilding activities (ex: group lunches, program supplies, etc.)
• This equates to an added 20 - 30% in total compensation through potential benefits
• USA Today Top Workplace 2025
• 3rd Place Winner – Phoenix Business Journal’s 2024 Healthiest Employer Award (Small Business Category)