Behavior Technician (BT/RBT) - Center-Based
Full-Time | Monday-Friday | Springfield, MA | $19.00-$24.00
Create meaningful change in a child's life-every single day.
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Why Behavior Technicians Choose CAS
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Stable, center-based schedule with consistent hours
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Paid training and ongoing support-no experience required
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Clear growth paths into Lead BT, ABA Instructor, ACS, and BCBA roles
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A collaborative, supportive team environment
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A company that values your time, effort, and impact
Keep reading to see how CAS supports you from day one.
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Our Approach at CAS
At Community Autism Services (CAS), we believe great outcomes start with well-supported team members. Our center-based model allows Behavior Technicians to focus on what matters most-helping children grow-while receiving structured training, close supervision, and consistent mentorship.
We practice within an assent-based, child-centered ABA model and invest deeply in our team through coaching, recognition, and real career development opportunities.
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The CAS Experience
What working as a Center-Based Behavior Technician looks like
Schedule & Stability
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Full-time, center-based role
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Must be comfortable providing a portion of services in home and/or community settings, as needed to meet MassHealth requirements
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Predictable weekday schedules
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Guaranteed hours, even if sessions are rescheduled
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Consistent routines and team collaboration
Training, Support & Growth
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Paid onboarding and hands-on training
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Ongoing supervision from experienced BCBAs
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Paid RBT certification (training, exam, and supervision included)
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Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
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Clear skill-based pathways for advancement
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Regular feedback and coaching to help you grow
Recognition & Team Culture
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Performance-based pay increases every 6 months
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Annual bonuses for eligible BTs and RBTs
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Team appreciation weeks, celebrations, and local events
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A culture built on teamwork, inclusion, and encouragement
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Role Overview
As a Center-Based Behavior Technician, you'll work directly with young children (typically ages 18 months-6 years) to support skill development through play-based, individualized ABA therapy. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values creativity, consistency, and compassionate care.
What You'll Do
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Deliver 1:1 ABA therapy sessions under BCBA supervision
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Use play, movement, and creativity to engage children
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Collect accurate session data and progress notes
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Apply feedback and coaching to strengthen clinical skills
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Collaborate with teammates and supervisors to support each child's success
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Help maintain a safe, organized, and engaging therapy environment
How Success Is Measured
Success in this role is defined by:
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Consistent, compassionate engagement with children
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Accurate data collection and follow-through
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Openness to feedback and skill development
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Team collaboration and reliability
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Professionalism and positive attitude
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Pay Ranges (Based on Education & Experience)
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High School Diploma / Associate's Degree: $19.00 - $24.00/hour
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Bachelor's Degree: $20.00 - $24.00/hour
Additional factors that may increase starting pay include:
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Prior experience working in ABA or related behavioral health settings
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Higher levels of education or relevant coursework
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Fluency in additional languages that support the families we serve
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Advanced certifications or specialized training (e.g., RBT certification)
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Qualifications
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Minimum age of 18
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High School diploma or GED required
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Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including:
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Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs
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Bending, kneeling, squatting, and transitioning between activities and locations throughout the session
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Responding appropriately to challenging behaviors, which may include aggression, elopement, or self-injurious behaviors
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Reliable transportation and valid driver's license
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Willingness to support coverage at nearby centers if needed
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No prior ABA experience required - we train you
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Experience That Transfers Well
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Childcare or education (nanny, preschool teacher, tutor, paraprofessional)
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Special education, psychology, sociology, or related studies
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Mental health or human services roles
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Camp counselor, volunteer, or youth program experience
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Why CAS Is Different
We intentionally design BT roles that:
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Offer stability without burnout
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Provide real training-not just shadowing
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Create clear paths for growth and advancement
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Recognize and reward your impact
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Not Ready to Make the Jump - but Know Someone Who Is?
We offer $250 external referral bonuses for Behavior Technician referrals.
If your referral is hired and employed with us for 90 days, you get paid.
CAS Referral Program
Sometimes the right opportunity helps someone else take the leap.
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About CAS
Community Autism Services is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to children and families while creating meaningful, sustainable careers for our team members. We believe exceptional outcomes start with well-supported clinicians-through strong leadership, thoughtful systems, and a culture rooted in collaboration and growth.
As part of a nationwide organization, CAS combines the stability of scale with the heart of a community-based provider. Whether you work in schools, centers, or homes, you'll find opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact.
