board certified behavior analyst

registered behavior technician

speech language pathologist

author

special assistant

BASS ABA Therapy

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While this is a very rewarding job that allows the right workers to connect with some wonderful clients in a clinic setting, please let it be known that if you are not the favorite of the management then you will not be treated equally. It’s obvious where the cliques reside because management is often seen gossiping with them, about other workers is not uncommon. 
Management seems to have a difficult time properly communicating any schedule changes, oftentimes changing the schedule last minute to better accommodate THEIR needs while they plan in the office, rather than worry about the fact that their workers are going without any lunch breaks on 8.5 hour shifts. Had an hour break at the beginning of the day, so you thought you could go out and get lunch? Nope, that has now changed without any notice or concern to yourself, and you will not get to eat until the end of your shift. If a client cancels, they rarely communicate it to the RBTs and just expect them to figure it out on the schedule, as well. They do not pay for client cancellation and will not keep any consistency when it comes to weekly hours, therefore there is no guarantee to the amount your paycheck will contain. 
There were instances where I was due for supervision with my client, but would instead be observed with a client that I have not paired with or worked with in months; not creating space for success, then being reprimanded after for not performing to their standards when I have never run the new program with that client. They do not update client programs in a timely manner, thus causing frustration and eventual aggression from the clients due to being bored from the same, continuous program. They do not communicate to RBTs when programs are updated; they expect us to figure it out the moment we run the trials with the clients. They are not very clear on the pay expectations and fail to mention that not all billing is paid the same. Not all workers are held to the same standard. The clinic gets treated as some type of medical daycare rather than an actual medical clinic; I felt like more of a caregiver rather than an actual medical technician most of the time. Follow the good reviews in a better direction. 


a typical day at work will be loud, yet rewarding. even on the tough days i am happy knowing that my job is making a difference in the lives of the kids i work with and while there are definitely days i drive home in silence, it’s always worth coming back the next day. I have learned a lot about my capabilities in regards to working with children and have learned more patience and understanding in regards to behavior and communication. the management depending on the individual can sometimes be extremely helpful, supportive, and attentive, and can occasionally lack communication or initiative however there is always someone available to help when needed. the environment can be loud and stressful at times but very enjoyable seeing as laughter can be loud too. you’re also sharing similar experiences with your coworkers and they understand the good and bad days. the hardest part of the job for me is remaining calm and collected when a new behavior i am unfamiliar with how to respond/react to arises with intensity however there is always someone available to help if needed. the most enjoyable part of the job is the adults and kids i work with on a daily basis and getting to create relationships with my coworkers, clients, and their families and seeing the progress or happiness in families is truly the best.

As a new RBT working in a clinic setting, a typical day includes implementing behavior intervention plans, running skill acquisition programs, managing behaviors, and collecting accurate data throughout sessions. The clinic environment is structured and collaborative, which helps with consistency and support. I’ve learned how important reinforcement, patience, and clear communication are in helping clients succeed. I’ve also learned how much multitasking this job truly requires.

Management has been supportive overall, especially with supervision and feedback as I continue to grow in the role. The workplace culture encourages teamwork between RBTs and BCBAs, which is essential for client progress.

The hardest part of the job has been setting my own appointments while also trying to complete session notes and collect data during sessions. Balancing documentation with actively engaging and supporting a client can feel overwhelming in the beginning. However, I know this will become easier with experience and better time management.

The most enjoyable part of the job is seeing client growth, even small improvements. Watching a child master a new skill or reduce a challenging behavior makes the work incredibly rewarding and reminds me why I chose this field.

The training was easy enough and they pay you while you take the courses and they pay for the RBT exam. The other RBTs are really supportive as are the BCBAs and most were quick to respond if I had a question via email, they do want you to succeed. This is a job that you have to have patience for and cannot get easily frustrated, but is a lot of fun most of the time. The schedule changes all of the time so you'll need to be flexible on that. You are supposed to get issued a company Chromebook, I never received mine, but you will need your own laptop when you first start while your doing your training. 

They offer decent health, dental, and medical. If you call out you are required to use any PTO you have accrued.

One thing they don't tell you until after you are hired is that if you leave before working there for 1 year you have to payback the training expenses. It says it will be taken out of your final paycheck and then you owe them anything left over. And while it does say final paycheck, it was taken out of mine in the paycheck before that one. Not sure yet if money will also be deducted from my final check.

I started work in 2021 at the Tampa location as an RBT and acquired my supervision as a Student Analyst pursuing my certification there as well. During August 2025 I transferred to the New Port Richey location to build a caseload and step into a supervisor role. In my time at both clinics I have learned so much about ABA and how to be a compassionate and effective behavior analyst.
As an RBT I typically worked with 2-3 learners a day and the schedule is typically consistent from day to day (barring changes due to callouts). The RBTs build a supportive team and everyone involved from the RBTs to the BCBAs have a passion for their clients. This field can be tough as you are working closely with children who need a lot of patience and understanding, and who may engage in challenging behaviors at times, but the reward of seeing them learn and grow, knowing you had a role in that change, is truly powerful. Burnout in the ABA field overall is common, but the supervisors here genuinely care for their teams and do their best to support the RBTs and reduce burnout.

This is definitely just a place to get initial training in ABA and then leave once your year is up. The workplace culture is toxic and some of the BCBAs play favorites with their teams. If you were lucky you'd get placed with one of the nicer BCBAs when you first come on, which is what happened to me. My BCBA was supportive and listened to concerns I had, but others were known to talk badly about RBTs to other BCBAs and RBTs. There was also multiple times were RBTs put in their notice and would either be ignored by a BCBA, bullied into staying longer/leave earlier, or simply fired on the spot. I have heard it is different for other BASS locations though.
Once you get out of training, you have to stay for a year otherwise you are responsible for reimbursing your training costs. The pay is one of the lower wages in the area and hours can be sporadic due to call outs. On the upside, BASS is known for being excellent at training great RBTs so once you're ready to leave it will be easier to get with a higher paying clinic.

I enjoyed my time at BASS thoroughly. The work culture is intimate, the kids are great, and overall it was a fun exciting workplace. I thought the initial training was thorough but once I completed the training I felt a little left on my own. There weren't many opportunities to advance or increase my knowledge and once I gained some experience I would be switched with higher problem behavior clients without the proper training to handle them. (this lead to being physically harmed by the clients often) before I left everyone was trained on problem behavior which I appreciated. The management was kind and understanding but not as structured as was necessary to handle the ever changing flow of clients and high turnover rate which left many of the therapists having to pick up on training or other needs. I give 4/5 stars because I enjoyed the work, the people, the mission but it wasn't my passion which is why I left and I was not making enough income to support my life. I think some more structured management and an increase in training and pay for employees would benefit everyone :) 

BASS has great RBT training and holds their RBTs to a high standard, which is probably why you see disgruntled people that quit and leave bad reviews. They will move sessions to make sure people that want hours get them if your client cancels, and you get paid wait time if your client is late. Sessions are fun, hours are consistent, you don't have to drive all over town, and the BCBAs will always listen to your concerns and try to problem solve. You can look at some of these bad reviews and easily correlate them to what disgruntled RBT did not like getting feedback. You have to be open to communication and I would like to know how many of these disgruntled reviewers even attempted to problem solve their concerns before writing a negative review. Take everything with a grain of salt, it's a great place to work! If you are concerned about these points, bring them up in the interview! 

I have worked at BASS ABA therapy since the start of the year and have had an amazing experience at this center. The management team is committed to RBT growth and development. Expectations are clearly explained and support is provided as necessary. There is a great workplace culture maintained by an outstanding team of RBTs that are ready and willing to lend a helping hand when needed. 
A typical day of work involves preparing for sessions by checking program updates, gathering materials and identifying reinforcers. Client sessions very in length and schedules are program specific. This center does a fantastic job of structuring the day to prepare clients for the classroom environment. The most enjoyable part of the job is aiding the clients in their growth and witnessing their improvement on skills they previously struggled with. 

BASS ABA fails to adequately provide for children with autism. Care plans/ summaries/goals go without update for months and even up to a year. RBTs concerned with the lack of client plan progression are advised to create new plans themselves which out of the scope of practice of RBTs. Analysts provide feedback to parents which do not reflect the data collected by RBTs. Training is minimal and highly dependent on the other RBTs, not BCBAs. Upon request for further guidance, I was ignored and left alone with kids who I was not trained to work with. I was instructed to perform tasks with the clients which did not constitute any form of therapeutic practice. When I addressed these concerns with management, I was met with hostility and disregard.  The BCBAs also enjoy any opportunity to physically restrain children, which is alarming. 

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