Behavior Technician

This position provides a great opportunity to start or advance your career in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). As a Behavior Technician, you'll work directly with children and families to implement individualized ABA programs that promote learning and development. Sessions may take place in clients' homes or during community activities, depending on individual needs. Typical hours are Monday through Friday from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with flexibility to accommodate personal schedules. Pay ranges from $20 to $27 per hour based on experience and qualifications. Bilingual applicants fluent in Spanish are eligible for a higher rate.

Responsibilities

Behavior Technicians are essential in helping children strengthen skills such as communication, social interaction, and independence in everyday routines. The role focuses on applying evidence-based strategies to teach new skills and reduce behaviors that may affect safety or independence. Candidates with backgrounds or coursework in psychology, education, social work, or related fields are encouraged to apply. Success in this role requires reliability, empathy, and a genuine commitment to supporting clients as they gain confidence and improve their quality of life.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of car insurance that lists the technician on the policy. Additional requirements include providing a negative TB test, and demonstrating professionalism, creativity, and strong communication skills. The position also requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and collaborate effectively with team members. In return, we offer competitive pay, flexible hours, and a positive, growth-oriented work environment.

Other benefits include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO), sick leave, mileage reimbursement, and drive time pay
• Complimentary 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training and professional development opportunities
• Structured performance-based pay increases, including raises for 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

Cancellation Policy

To protect staff time and earnings, we maintain a clear cancellation policy. Paid cancellations are provided for up to 2 hours of pay if a client cancels within 30 minutes or less of the scheduled start time and/or technician has already departed for the session. We also actively monitor and address excessive client cancellations to protect technician schedules and maintain consistent hours.

Our Commitment

We are dedicated to the success of every Behavior Technician, offering paid initial training and ongoing learning opportunities. At Ad Astra, our mission is to foster a culture of guided independence, delivering an engaging client experience that builds meaningful skills and long-term outcomes for today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Ad Astra Behavior Analytic Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Qualifications for this role include strong communication skills, teamwork ability, experience with the pediatric population.