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I've been at The Behavior Project for almost 2 years now and I have never been happier at any job that I have ever been at. The CEO and COO have an open door policy and encourage staff to come to them with any questions, concerns or suggestions. They took the time to research graduate programs and talk through which may be the best fit for me when I showed interest in going back to school. 

The BCBAs are all amazing, knowledgeable and approachable. I feel like I ask them a million questions a day, and they are always happy to answer and model programs that I am confused about. They value my opinion and suggestions and do everything possible to support the RBTs, the clients and the client's families. 

The RBTs that I work with are friendly, welcoming and helpful! They are excited to see their kiddos everyday and provide high quality services. The RBTs make the workplace culture light, fun and comfortable. There is never drama, competitiveness, gossiping, etc. If I ever need fresh ideas on how to run programs, the RBTs are more than happy to help brainstorm new ways with me! I love working with such a creative, positive, sweet and caring group. 

Overall, the company (at all levels) cares about their staff and most importantly, the clients. They are aware/have zero tolerance when someone is not a good fit (negativity, toxicity, not providing adequate services, etc.). In the 2 years that I have been with The Behavior Project, I have seen both staff and clients thrive and grow to become the best that they can be. 

To be honest, I really, REALLY came into this job with high hopes. At first they were very good at pushing for my growth. However as time went on, I noticed that the “positive” environment was more of a facade— there was actually a LOT of toxic stuff going on under the surface. The management overall seems nice, but they do NOT like criticism. Like, at all. If you criticize the company even the slightest bit (like in person, not online), you’ll be pulled to the side and reprimanded (or so I observed). When you need a day off, you’re expected to put your needs aside and come in because there’s “no room in the schedule.” You basically have to justify why you can’t come in, even if you’re sick. I noticed many other employees avoid taking time off for sickness or mental wellness because of this justification that management seems necessary for you to have a well deserved day off. I understood that it was important not to cancel clients, but when you’re working in a position that pays well below standard market rates for a technician job, many people get burnt out. There’s a reason there is high turnover at this company- the wages are outrageous, the respect for employee wellbeing is incredibly low, and the working conditions aren’t great. It kind of sucks that a company that is designed to help children with autism lacks so much empathy for their employees.

I have been in the field of ABA for over 5 years now with The Behavior Project being the third clinic I've been employed at. I have been employed at TBP for over a year now and I have to say, this clinic is by far the most outstanding company I have worked for. The owners make every decision with the client's and family's best interest first, and it is very obvious. They care tremendously about the happiness and well-being of their staff. Not only the owners, but the BCBA's are continuously asking for feedback, they are all extremely receptive to the RBT's suggestions, and are continuously making changes to improve the company. I could go on and on about my happiness at this company,  so all I can really say to sum it all up is that this is a place I feel at home. I enjoy getting up and going to work every day. The staff, leadership team, and owners do a perfect job at making everyone feel welcome, important, supported, and appreciated and I want nothing more but to continue to learn and grow with this company.

Working as an RBT can be difficult. However, it is extremely fulfilling work in the right environment. The turnover rate for this company speaks for itself. The RBTs, BCBAs, and clinic directors are all amazing. I learned a lot from my BCBAs. I truthfully did enjoy working there for a long while. But policy changes became more common and didn’t really align with what *I* wanted in a job. I ended up leaving because the work/life balance was not great. Taking days off or calling out was always a hassle no matter the reasons. You could have all of the proof in the world that you couldn’t come in and it was still an issue. I just couldn’t handle begging for my own time anymore. I would like to note that  calling out often for this type of job in any ABA company is tricky because we offer direct 1:1 services. However, there are better ways to go about it. I work at a company now that handles call outs in a much more respectful and understanding way. 

In the beginning everything was pretty easy to understand and work through, especially with the company being new and prone to change. Nearing a year of working there I would figure there would begin to be some consistency. There rarely was. I don't like that my fellows and I felt we were unable to go to upper management about issues as it always seemed to have a negative result. I aimed to do my best everyday while at the job despite setbacks and unexpected/rapid changes that occurred frequently. It was common to find my work load to weigh me down to point where I had to prioritize what I could get done over other tasks. While it felt safe to talk to fellow coworkers, it did not feel safe to address any of the upper management as it ended up leaving me feeling small and with invalid input.

I worked with kids Monday - Friday 8am to 4:30 pm. I received a 30 min lunch break each day. I learned so much from my supervisors about autism and ABA. This field looks at why people do what they do and how to respond based on why they are doing that something. Looking specifically at this for getting kids prepared for school when they meet their goals. Super rewarding to see so many kids grow and have opportunities they wouldn't normally because of this program. 

Management is great. Submit your time off requests in time and you'll be approved. You get 24 days off in addition to paid holidays which is way more than other places!

Hardest part of the job is when other techs complain or call out. I think they forget this is a job and they act like they are owed a gold star for showing up to work. 

Best part is making some awesome friends/co-workers and of course the kids. 

I can’t reiterate it enough that I LOVE working at The Behavior Project. They truly care about their clients, their staff, and provide amazing services for kiddos with Autism. They are always looking to be more innovative, learn, grow, and expand employee engagement. Integrity is huge for me and I would not stay at a job that puts that into question. The CEO and COO are hands on, provide great support, are fun to be around, and have created an amazing company for both clients and employees. Everyone I’ve met is friendly, enthusiastic, and cares about doing a good job— this is probably because they have a zero tolerance policy for toxicity or negativity in their clinics.  If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career and the opportunity to spend time with the coolest kiddos around, I’d say look no further.

Having previously worked in other ABA clinics where I was extremely unhappy, The Behavior Project has been nothing but a positive experience. To be transparent, the job can be difficult at times because of the nature of the field, but the clinical team consistently ensures that all staff members are comfortable with the clients and their programs, and are happy to come and support if needed. I have experienced more support, both clinical and personal, at The Behavior Project than any other clinic. TBP also does a great job allowing employees to move forward in the field - including supervised fieldwork, ABA study sessions, and access to graduate programs - whether they are just starting out or have been in the field for a while. 
I would recommend TBP to anyone interested in working with the most wonderful kids and truly making a difference.

A typical day was different each day. Some days there was time to take a break other days there was not. This was due to scheduling, behaviors and caseloads. I learned different things through out my time that was beneficial and not beneficial. Management depended on the day and who it was. The hardest part about the job was work environment. Some days/ weeks included negative work environment and other days or weeks was a great environment. There is some staffing that can cause a toxic environment and clicks that really make it hard to improve or gain acceptance from. A lot of reporting of concerns but no follow through or accusations made but no examples can be provided. The kids were amazing to work with and watch grow. 

What is the best part of working at the company?
The issues with this company stem from the top down. The environment was toxic and unethical. I wouldn't recommend working here or sending children to this company for services. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Zero independence and trust is given. Completely unrealistic expectations and multitudes of "busy work" that wastes time that could be better spent on helping clients. Management is unwilling to do or listen to anything outside of their own perspectives. Very much a "mean girls" environment. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Toxic-stay away! Seems great at first, but changes quickly. If you're not a conformist you will not fit in.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Stressful and about 10-15 hours long.

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