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Pediatric Autism Support Specialist - PAID TRAINING
APPLY NOW if you are looking for a hands-on position that is meaningful and impactful, and want to gain amazing experience and training working with children on the Autism Spectrum! Upcoming Start Dates: April 7th and April 21st
Are you passionate about supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)! We’re looking for compassionate and dedicated individuals to work one-on-one with children ages 2-18. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in their lives through both in-center sessions, with the option for in-home or school-based support.
As a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), you’ll help implement structured, research-based behavior plans and skill development programs designed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). You’ll support children in decreasing maladaptive behaviors and replacing them with positive, adaptive behaviors—while also fostering communication, social, and independent life skills.
What You’ll Do:
- Deliver one-on-one sessions tailored to each child’s needs in various settings (center, home, or school).
- As a RBT you will implement treatment plans focused on building essential skills like communication, social interaction, peer relationships, and life skills.
- Help children develop independence by replacing challenging behaviors with positive, functional alternatives using positive reinforcement.
- Collect session data and document progress to support ongoing assessments and adjustments to treatment plans.
Why You’ll Love It:
- Make a meaningful difference in children’s lives by helping them reach their full potential.
- Receive ongoing support and training from experienced BCBAs.
- Enjoy a dynamic and rewarding work environment where every day brings new opportunities for growth.
If you’re excited about working closely with children and helping them build skills for a better future, we’d love to have you on our team! Apply now and make a real difference in their lives.
4-WEEK PAID TRAINING TO BECOME A REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIAN
RBT video training
Small group trainings
Large amounts of hands-on session training with certified staff and clients
Paid exam to become state certified as a Registered Behavior Technician
*** Please note that there are a few required training you must attend regardless of availability. If you are unable to attend these trainings you may not be offered this position
SCHEDULE: Full time: 35-40 hrs/ week. Part time: 20-29 hrs/wk positions available. Flexible with student schedules - Morning (8-12), afternoon (12-4), and evening (4-7) blocks
PAY
Training - $16
RBT - $17 - $20
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
High school degree or GED
Must be able to obtain two forms of Government issued ID's upon interview
Must be 18
JOIN OUR BCBA CANDIDATE PROGRAM!
Are you currently in a related Masters Program and are interested in collecting supervision hours? We have an amazing program with PAID supervision hours! Ask us about this program during the interview process to learn more!
WHAT SETS US APART?
- We offer a 4-week PAID intensive training, and ensure our staff feel confident working with any of our kiddos
- We support all types of kiddos in our center, with a large age range of 2-18, who exhibit all kinds of behaviors, furthering our abilities to apply intervention practices to kiddos of all needs
- We supply tablets for clinical use, RBT’s do not have to buy their own for this position
- We cover drive time and mileage reimbursement for any driving outside of the center
- We offer Parent’s Night Out, Sibling Night, etc. for our families to utilize
- We have a RBT level system that offers increase in pay, and new responsibilities for RBT’s so there are more opportunities for growth
- We have a Candidate Program that provides free supervision hours for those in their Master’s Program, planning to become BCBA’s
- We offer university partnership that offer school discount rates
- We are proud of our open communication with staff, and seek feedback and solutions to any problems that may come up
What is an RBT?
RBT's conduct one-on-one sessions with clients ages 2-18, diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum. Our clinical goals are to improve independence and increase quality of life for our kiddos by using positive reinforcement to shape appropriate behaviors, as well as improve peer, social, communication, coping, and independent life skills. You will have your own caseload of kiddos you will see on a weekly basis, with a reoccurring schedule.
IS THIS POSITION CHALLENGING?
It can be, yes! This position challenges you to have an open mind. This position requires you to utilize the training to understand a child’s behavior and the way they learn best, and to manage unwanted behaviors such as aggression, tantrums, self-injurious behaviors, and so on. You may work with non-verbal kiddos who communicate in different ways. It is an energetic position where you are on your feet a lot.
IS THIS POSITION FUN AND REWARDING?
Absolutely! You get to play with our kiddos all day! You get to meet their goals and celebrate with them and their families. You get to work as a team with co-workers and make friends. If you are looking for a position that challenges you, and gives you a deep feeling of fulfillment, knowing you have positively impacted the life of a child, this is the position for you!
Visit our website at www.fscautism.com
A day in the life as an RBT - Facebook: @FamilySupportCenterAutismServices and Instagram: @fscautism
Benefits: All employees are currently eligible for our EAP and 401k. Employees classified as Full Time are currently eligible for Holiday Pay, PTO accrual, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life, Voluntary Life, Voluntary Long Term Disability, Voluntary Short Term Disability, Voluntary Accident Insurance, and Voluntary Critical Illness.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Pet insurance
- Referral program
- Safety equipment provided
- Travel reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
Application Question(s):
- Why are you interested in this position?
- Do you have your own vehicle in case you work with clients in-home?
- What kind of experience do you have working with children?
- Can you commit to an initial 4-week training?
- Can you commit to working here for a minimum of one year if hired on?
- Are you comfortable working with children ages 2-18? Including toileting and changing diapers.
- Our starting training rate is $16/hr with opportunities to level and increase pay. Is this starting pay something you are comfortable with?
- Can you meet ALL physical Requirements listed:
- Ability to lift/push/pull, repetitively, 45 pounds to carry, lift and/or physically prompt a client through the center (or other area of attendance) to the appropriate area throughout the work day (4 hours daily)
- Manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device functions
- Visual acuity to read and comprehend written communication through computer, electronic devices and paper means
- Ability to speak with proper pronunciation, diction and intonation
- Ability to listen to and comprehend different rates of speech
- Ability to provide feedback on appropriate pronunciation, diction and intonation
- Our center is open M-F: 8am-7pm, Sat: 8am-5pm, Sun: CLOSED. Are there any days or times that you are regularly unavailable?
- In order to be considered for this position, please be sure to answer every question. Can you confirm you answered all of the above?
- This position requires a high school diploma or GED. If hired, will you be able to provide documentation to verify this qualification?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $20