behavior technician

board certified behavior analyst

registered behavior technician

behavioral therapist

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Early Autism Services

Overall Nashville location good place to work for. Management is nice and caring. They pay BCBAs and RBTs well and you can negotiate. Their caseloads are a little big, and I would say they walk the line between assent based and old school which I didn’t always love. The only negative thing is you only get paid while you’re with a client and unless you’re in the clinic only, you travel a lot. So you’ll be out of your house 12 hours a day and only get 6 hours of direct pay. They pay state minimum for travel time, only if you are going directly from one client to another. So if you have an hour gap between clients but the drive time is only 30 minutes, you can’t get paid for your drive time. Their grad mentorship by the BCBAs is good, but they didn’t have enough unrestricted work to do while on the clock. My biggest problem was when I started collecting supervision hours for my BCBA they had me sign one contract, and about four months in they told me they accidentally had me sign the wrong one and made me re sign a contract saying I owe them money if I quit within a year. If I were to change things I would not have signed that second contract, but it felt as if I had no other option because I had already been collecting hours and working for the company. I left because while the hourly pay is good, I still couldn’t make ends meet because I wasn’t getting paid enough based on the hours I was with clients even though I was doing work activities 12 hours a day. I think I would have had a much better experience if I was in clinic only.

When I first started with this company, there was consistent communication and support from higher-ups and management. It quickly went downhill and I left on bad terms after 5 1/2 years.

Working with the clients and their families was the best part of the job, it was great to see the progress the clients would make. Another good part of the job were the coworkers and the support we gave each other. (this is the only reason I gave 2 stars)

However, management was terrible. I was told that I would have 8-10 clients as a BCBA - I ended up with 15. There was no communication between the clinic and in-home, and the clinic was prioritized (I was in-home). I ended up doing a lot of the scheduling for my clients myself even though that wasn't a part of my job description. When I put in my resignation, they ended up discharging all but 2 of my clients due to "no one being able to take my clients". They went straight to discharge and did not offer my clients the clinic, telehealth, or to be put on hold/put back on the waitlist. They ended up firing a number of RBTs and gave them minimal notice. Again, they went straight to termination and did not offer the RBTs to go to the clinic; these RBTs did not do anything wrong. They ended up putting the blame on me for all of this happening, claiming it was a "sudden change" and "what did I think was going to happen". I gave them a 3 weeks notice.

There are many other companies that offer amazing work for their clients and staff, with better communication and support from the higher-ups. If you're looking for a job with good support, consistent communication, a low caseload, and a place where you feel good about what you're doing, this company is not the place.

PROS: Passionate RBTs and flexible hours. I met many amazing people working for this company, but the cons far outweigh the pros
CONS: First and foremost, the management is very unprofessional and childish. If RBTs disagree or form their own opinions on policies and the decisions made, management takes it personally and will retaliate in the form of random write-ups, cut hours, given the cold shoulder and made to feel very disposable (clinic employees). Management consistently blames the board, the field, etc... instead of taking responsibility for poor decisions. COVID-19 is not taken seriously. Policies change every day and seem to be different per employee/client. Management very clearly picks favorites, employees and clients, and they are treated way differently than other employees or clients. RBTs constantly have to advocate for themselves and are constantly told no when asking for more hours to meet the full-time minimum written in our contract, yet they will consistently hire new employees and give away your hours. The pay discrepancy is comical. Management consistently discouraged friendships among RBTs and would make passive aggressive comments if RBTs hung out outside of work, due to not wanting us discussing how differently we were each treated. Supervisors available to obtain hours for grad school, but only 25% of the supervision contract will be upheld, yet you will be penalized for the entire contract if chose to terminate due to not getting the hours stated.
ADVICE TO MANAGEMENT: Respect your employees when you have passionate, hard-working employees in front of you, and treat them fairly.


  Toxic, unstable, dirty, disorganized, and unsupportive. These are just a few words to describe a typical day at EAS Atlanta. The company as a whole lacks a structure that supports a successful clinic-home hybrid and thus leaves the employees to scramble to create some semblance of a working system when parents come to visit. 
  Perhaps the worst part of my time with EAS was the leadership, or lack thereof. EAS does not seem to be able to find directors that are qualified or able to perform their jobs effectively and supportively. Some of this has to do with the lack of company structure and some of this has to do with hiring the same type of leader over and over again until they inevitably give up or are fired for their incompetence and mistreatment of their staff. 
  It is very obvious when speaking with and/or receiving communication from the Board of Directors that this company was not founded in order to help individuals with ASD and their families. This company was created as a money-grab. It's so devastating to put your heart, soul, and energy into working with a family that is clearly being mistreated by the very entity they approached for help. 
  I write this review, not out of spite, but to save others from making the same mistake. Clinical quality is the absolute lowest priority, at least in this branch. I would discourage any current or future BCBA and any grad student from working with this company and allowing them to continue serving the autism community. 

My overall experience with this company was disappointing. While the clients made the job meaningful, poor management made it difficult to enjoy working here.

A typical day at work often lacked structure due to poor communication, last-minute schedule changes, and inconsistent hours. It was difficult to maintain a healthy work-life balance because schedules frequently changed.

I gained valuable experience working with children and continued developing my ABA skills, which I appreciate.

Management was unprofessional, disorganized, and frequently micromanaged employees while failing to provide clear communication, consistency, or adequate support. Expectations often changed without notice, creating unnecessary stress and confusion.

The workplace culture felt chaotic and unorganized. The hardest part of the job was dealing with inconsistent hours, poor communication, low pay, and ineffective management.

The most enjoyable part of the job was working directly with the clients and seeing their progress. They were the highlight of my experience.

Pros: Meaningful work with clients and opportunities to build ABA experience.

Cons: Low pay, inconsistent hours, poor communication, micromanagement, lack of organization, and unprofessional management.

I would not recommend this company to someone looking for a stable, well-organized work environment.

Early Autism Services is a fun and enjoyable ABA clinic to work at. All the therapists want the best for each client they provide services too. 

The most enjoyable part of the job is seeing the skills you teach clients in sessions being implemented on their own. The skills include communication, self help and building words to add to their vocabulary. 

The hardest part of the job is working Saturdays. Another hard part of the job is lack of hours and there is no late policy for clients being implemented. 

The workplace culture stems from our therapist, our therapist are welcoming and supportive of each other. They foster a mindset of understanding, providing feedback for each other that is helpful and are very committed to what they do. 

My experience with Early Autism Services (EAS) in Boise was truly exceptional. Under the guidance of Amber, the clinical director of the Boise, ID branch, I found myself immersed in a culture that prioritizes both expertise in ABA therapy and genuine care for clients and colleagues alike.
Throughout my tenure at EAS, I felt a strong sense of support and appreciation from every level of the organization. The collaborative atmosphere fostered by the company made each day a pleasure to be part of. Moreover, EAS's commitment to continuous training and professional development ensured that I could continually enhance my skills and contribute effectively in my role.
The impact EAS has on the lives of children with autism is nothing short of remarkable. Witnessing the progress and development of our clients was profoundly rewarding, highlighting EAS's unwavering dedication to making a positive difference in the lives of those they serve.
In conclusion, I wholeheartedly endorse Early Autism Services. If you seek a company that not only delivers top-tier ABA therapy but also prioritizes the well-being and growth of its employees, then EAS is undoubtedly the ideal choice.

I worked as an RBT for about a year in the ATL branch, then as a Recruiting Asst. for another year. 

My RBT experience was fine. Not stellar, but not bad. Many people have issues getting consistent hours, but this wasn't my experience. Supervision could have been better. I went through 4 BCBAs on one case in 3 months, so I didn't get the level of consistent, attentive supervision I needed to be more successful. Again that's just my experience, many techs have great BCBAs consistently. 

RBT pay is competitive, maybe slightly higher than average market pay, depending on the branch. The issue is that the market pay is trash. Each branch is different but my pay in ATL in 2019 was $21/hr, averaging 30-35 hours a week. Trained therapists deserve more than that, period.

I took a small pay cut when the pandemic hit to switch to a WFH recruiting position. After a year in that role I got a measly 4% raise. So after 2.5 years with the company, I was still being paid less than when I started.

Overall not a terrible place to work, and compensation may have improved since I was there. Culture largely depends on your exact branch/supervisor, but it was overall good and inclusive in my experience

A typical day at work consisted of going to various client houses and helping them work on skills that were identified during their assessment. I've learned a lot about Applied Behavioral Analysis and how beneficial it is as an early intervention method.
The management has been so supportive during my time there, from the very beginning to the very end when I transitioned into another job. Even during that time, they provided a positive reference for me and were so supportive when I had to make the decision to leave.
The hardest part of the job was moving onto a new one and saying good bye to my long standing clients.
The best part of the job was watching my clients grow and develop over time as well as the flexible scheduling while I have been attending school.
I've been advised that they are opening a clinic soon which will provide the option not to drive around and allow the clients to socialize. 

There are many other companies that offer better pay, work culture, and more support. The Atl Branch leaves a lot to be desired. The clinical staff is sub par at best with very little organization and direction. Look carefully and ensure that you clearly understand what you are walking into. No company is perfect but there are companies that are much better. This company is concerned about billable hours and employee output versus truly valuing staff and supporting the families we are entrusted to care for. Most cases are unstaffed and have been for months. It seems like no therapists want to work for the company, I think the RBT rate is not competitive.  The leadership in this branch never takes  accountability and uses others as a scapegoat. One of the worst supervisors I have ever encountered. There is so many additional administrative tasks, it can be overwhelming. A lot of micromanaging, so be prepared to do trainings every week and answer tons of emails. Overall the company culture does not support work/life balance, a lot of changes with company executives and just overall unorganized structure. 

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