Center-Based Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Behavior Technician
Job Location:
Latham, NY - USA
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Job Summary
Early Intervention ABA Paraprofessional - Center-Based
BT/RBT - Behavior Technician/Therapist Registered Behavior Technician
Latham NY Center
What We Offer
- Total Compensation: $20-27/hr
- Weekly pay
- Registered Behavior Technician certification & renewal
- 401(k) with company match
- Health Dental & Vision insurance for qualifying employees
- CEU/ PDU reimbursement ongoing professional development
- BCBA supervision hours and mentorship for those in an MA program
- Tuition discount & loan reimbursement program for ABA programs
The Role
This is a center-based BT/RBT role serving children with an average age range of 2-7 years focused on early intervention social development and school readiness.
Youll work in a collaborative clinical environment that primarily focuses on:
- Center-based ABA
- Early learners (ages 2 - 7)
- Natural environment and play-based learning
- Strong clinical administrative and leadership support
What Youll Be Doing
- Provide center-based 1:1 ABA services
- Maintain accurate documentation data collection and reporting
- Participate in team meetings trainings and professional development
- Ensure compliance with BACB and company standards
Who This Role Is Ideal For
- A BT/RBT who prefers center-based work over in-home
- A clinician who enjoys working with early learners
- A BT/RBT interested in long-term growth
- Someone with high energy and a playful personality
Qualifications
- Experience working with children comfortable with 2-7 y/os
- Experience with developmental disabilities
- Fluent in English; additional opportunities for candidates with other language fluency
- College graduate or some college experience preferred (Psychology Early Childhood Development Special Education or related majors)
- Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification or willingness to obtain certification with us see below for details!
- Access to reliable transportation
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to sit and stand on the floor throughout the day as well as bend kneel or squat to remain at eye level with clients.
- Capable of prolonged periods of standing and sitting throughout theday
- Must be able tolift upto 45 pounds at a time
- Capable of managingunpredictable and frequentaggressiveand/or physically demandingbehaviors and executing emergency intervention protocolsin accordance withclinical training
Why work at Ascend
At Ascend we arent just providing therapy; we are elevating the standard of care for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). As a center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) provider our mission is to prepare every child and their family for the next big step in their lives. We believe that by focusing on school readiness and holistic family success we can create lasting outcomes that extend far beyond our center walls. Join a team dedicated to clinical excellence and the long-term success of the families we serve.
What is a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) are therapists that work one-on-one with children diagnosed with autism and directly implement an ABA treatment plan designed and guided by BCBAs. RBTs help the children acquire new skills and work toward the goals of improving communication social interactions problem-solving and adaptive living skills.
How do I become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Ascend provides on-the-job training to become certified as a Registered Behavior Technician!
The 40-hour online course RBT Competency Assessment and RBT exam can all be completed in six weeks or less. Ascend will cover the costs of the course and provide a raise once you receive your new certification!
Our most successful Behavior Therapists often are considering a career as or work with: Childcare Babysitter Nanny Counselor After-School Counselor Behavioral and Social Sciences Behavioral Therapist ABA Therapist Applied Behavior Analysis ABA Therapist Assistant Behavior Therapist Behavior Technician Behavioral Health Behavior Interventionist Behavior Modification Caregiver for Kids Children Youth and Teens Camp Counselor Child Development Coach Developmental Interventionist Disability Technician Education/Educator Healthcare Marriage Family Therapist Preschool Teacher Social Work Student Disabilities Developmental Disabilities Mental Health Specialist MFT Pediatrics Psychology RBT Social Services Social Learning Social Work Sociology Special Education Teachers Assistant Teachers Aide Therapy Therapist Tutor Youth Program Coordinator.
Apply today to hear more about this exciting opportunity!
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Ascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to make all personnel decisions without discriminating based on race color creed religion sex physical disability mental disability age marital status sexual orientation citizenship status national or ethnic origin and any other protected status.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Center-based and in-home ABA therapy for children with autism (ages 18 months and older) in New York, Connecticut, and Tennessee. Accepting new enrollments now!
