Behavior Therapist

Position Overview

Join Ad Astra Behavior Analytic Services as a Behavior Technician and gain meaningful hands-on experience in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). This position provides an opportunity to start or advance your career while creating a positive impact in the lives of children and their families.

In this role, you will provide direct, individualized support by carrying out ABA treatment programs developed to teach new skills and encourage positive behavioral outcomes. Services take place in clients' homes and community-based environments according to their individualized treatment needs.

Most sessions are scheduled Monday through Friday between 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM, with scheduling flexibility depending on client needs and your availability.

Compensation ranges from $20–$27 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Additional compensation opportunities may be available for bilingual Spanish-speaking applicants.

Key Responsibilities

As a Behavior Technician, you will work directly with children as they build important communication, social, adaptive, and daily living skills. You will utilize evidence-based ABA strategies to support skill acquisition, foster increased independence, and address behaviors that may impact learning, safety, or everyday functioning.

Individuals with coursework, degrees, or experience in psychology, education, human services, child development, or related fields are encouraged to apply.

Success in this position requires a reliable and professional approach, effective interpersonal skills, patience, compassion, and a sincere dedication to helping children make meaningful progress.

Qualifications

To be considered for the Behavior Technician position, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Valid driver's license

• Reliable transportation

• Active auto insurance with the applicant listed as a covered driver

• Current negative TB test

We are seeking individuals who demonstrate effective communication, problem-solving abilities, creativity, dependability, and professionalism. The ability to collaborate effectively with BCBAs and other members of the clinical team is essential. Along with competitive hourly compensation, Ad Astra provides flexible scheduling, continued training, and a supportive workplace that promotes professional development and growth within the field of ABA.

Physical and Cognitive Requirements:

• Frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and transition between floor-level and standing positions throughout the workday.

• Actively participate in developmentally appropriate client activities, including floor-based activities, movement-based activities, transitions, and safety monitoring.

• Safely navigate assigned work environments, including homes, clinics, schools, community settings, and remote/telehealth settings, as applicable.

• Occasionally, lift, carry, push, pull, or move therapy materials and equipment, typically up to 50 pounds.

• Sit for extended periods while providing telehealth services or completing computer-based work as needed.

• Use hands and fingers to operate computers, keyboards, mobile devices, and other equipment requiring fine motor coordination.

• Maintain visual and auditory awareness to observe client behavior, monitor safety, and communicate effectively in both in-person and virtual settings.

• Read, understand, retain, and apply written and verbal information.

• Maintain attention, concentration, situational awareness, and sound judgment in dynamic environments.

• Collect, record, and submit accurate client data and session documentation.

• Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive information.

• Maintain professionalism and emotional resilience when addressing sensitive client or employee matters, complaints, and workplace concerns.

Additional Benefits Include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO), sick leave, mileage reimbursement, and compensation for drive time

• Free 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training and ongoing development opportunities

• Structured, performance-based pay increases, including raises tied to consistent availability and RBT certification

Incentive Pay Structure

• $1/hour raise after maintaining consistent availability for 90 consecutive days

• Additional $1/hour raise upon successfully earning RBT certification

Cancellation Policy

To protect staff time and earnings, we maintain a clear cancellation policy. Paid cancellations are provided for up to 2 hours of pay if a client cancels within 30 minutes or less of the scheduled start time and/or technician has already departed for the session. We also actively monitor and address excessive client cancellations to protect technician schedules and maintain consistent hours.

Our Commitment

We are committed to the success of every Behavior Technician by providing paid initial training and continued learning opportunities. At Ad Astra, our mission is to foster a culture of guided independence while delivering an engaging client experience that develops meaningful skills and supports long-term outcomes for 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 need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the application or interview process may contact [email protected].