Position Overview
Ad Astra Behavior Analytic Services is seeking Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) who are passionate about supporting children and helping families achieve meaningful progress through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
As an RBT, you will provide individualized, one-on-one services based on treatment programs developed and supervised by a BCBA. Your work will focus on building communication, social, adaptive, and daily living skills while supporting the reduction of behaviors that may interfere with learning, safety, or independence. Services are primarily delivered in client homes and community-based environments according to each client's treatment needs. Most sessions take place Monday through Friday between 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM, with scheduling flexibility based on client needs and employee availability.
Pay Range: $22–$28 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Additional compensation may be available for bilingual Spanish-speaking applicants.
Key Responsibilities
As an RBT, you will serve as an important member of the client's clinical team. Your responsibilities will include:
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Providing individualized, one-on-one ABA services to children.
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Implementing skill acquisition and behavior intervention programs under the supervision of a BCBA.
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Teaching communication, social, self-help, adaptive, and daily living skills.
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Applying evidence-based ABA strategies to promote learning, independence, and positive behavioral outcomes.
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Supporting interventions designed to decrease behaviors that may interfere with safety, learning, or daily functioning.
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Collecting accurate and objective client data during treatment sessions.
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Completing required session documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
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Communicating client progress, observations, and concerns with supervising BCBAs and other members of the treatment team.
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Maintaining professional and supportive relationships with clients and their families.
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Following established clinical, ethical, safety, and confidentiality standards.
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Implementing treatment programs consistently while responding appropriately to each client's individual needs.
Applicants with coursework, degrees, or experience in psychology, education, human services, child development, social services, or related fields are encouraged to apply. Success in this position requires dependability, professionalism, compassion, strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a genuine commitment to helping children make meaningful progress.
Required Qualifications
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High school diploma or equivalent
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Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification in good standing
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Valid driver's license
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Reliable transportation
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Active automobile insurance listing the applicant as a covered driver
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Current negative TB test
Successful RBTs should demonstrate:
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Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills
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Ability to collaborate effectively with BCBAs and other clinical professionals
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Problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
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Creativity and flexibility
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Dependability and consistent attendance
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Professionalism and appropriate workplace boundaries
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Patience and compassion when working with children
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Ability to remain calm and use sound judgment in challenging situations
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Willingness to receive clinical feedback and participate in continued professional development
Physical and Cognitive Requirements
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Frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and transition between floor-level and standing positions.
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Participate in developmentally appropriate client activities, including floor-based activities, movement activities, transitions, and safety monitoring.
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Safely work in a variety of environments, including client homes, clinics, schools, community settings, and remote/telehealth environments when applicable.
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Occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move therapy materials and equipment, generally up to 50 pounds.
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Remain seated for extended periods while providing telehealth services or completing computer-based responsibilities.
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Operate computers, keyboards, mobile devices, and other equipment requiring fine motor coordination.
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Maintain visual and auditory awareness to observe client behavior, monitor safety, and communicate effectively in both in-person and virtual settings.
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Read, understand, retain, and apply written and verbal information.
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Maintain attention, concentration, situational awareness, and sound judgment in dynamic environments.
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Collect, document, and submit accurate client data and session documentation.
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Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive client and company information.
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Demonstrate professionalism and emotional resilience when responding to sensitive client, family, employee, or workplace concerns.
Benefits and Professional Development
Ad Astra is committed to supporting RBTs through ongoing training, clinical guidance, and professional development opportunities.
Additional benefits include:
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Sick leave
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Mileage reimbursement
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Paid drive time
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Ongoing professional development opportunities
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Structured, performance-based pay increases
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Opportunities for additional compensation through our incentive program
Incentive Pay Structure
RBTs may qualify for additional hourly compensation based on continued availability and professional development:
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$1/hour increase after maintaining consistent availability for 90 consecutive days.
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Additional $1/hour increase for maintaining active RBT certification and demonstrating strong performance.
Client Cancellation Policy
We understand the importance of dependable schedules and protecting our technicians' time. If a client cancels 30 minutes or less before the scheduled session start time, and/or the technician has already departed for the session, the technician may receive up to 2 hours of paid cancellation time. Ad Astra also monitors recurring or excessive client cancellations and works to address scheduling concerns in an effort to promote stable and consistent technician hours.
Grow With Ad Astra
At Ad Astra Behavior Analytic Services, we believe RBTs are essential to delivering high-quality ABA services and creating meaningful outcomes for the children and families we serve. Through ongoing training, clinical supervision, professional development, and opportunities for continued growth, we are committed to helping our RBTs strengthen their skills and advance within the field of ABA. Our mission is to cultivate guided independence while creating meaningful client experiences and developing skills that support positive outcomes today, tomorrow, and beyond.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation
Ad Astra Behavior Analytic Services is an equal opportunity employer. Ad Astra prohibits discrimination and harassment against applicants and employees based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Ad Astra provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any portion of the application or interview process may contact [email protected].
