Behavior Assistant with Team PBS in Tennessee
About the Role
Entry Level Behavior Assistant and Experienced Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) roles. Part‑time positions are available with the opportunity to grow into full‑time as caseloads expand. PBS offers mentoring and advancement opportunities for those with career aspirations working with special‑needs children. As a Behavior Assistant you can enroll in complimentary training to become an RBT, and later pursue Student Analyst or Board Certified Behavior Analyst roles. Founded in 2007, PBS is a dedicated ABA provider committed to helping children with autism thrive in their homes, schools, and community. The work environment is supportive, flexible, and growth‑focused.
Mission
Create a responsive system that applies the principles of PBS to meet the needs of individuals, families, and organizations we serve to produce quality‑of‑life changes that last. Develop an organization that attracts the most competent, enthusiastic people and turns them into proficient professionals.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling for work‑life balance
- Competitive pay with annual raises
- Quarterly $500 bonus for averaging 25 hours/week for the entire quarter
- Holiday pay – time and a half on identified PBS holidays
- Career growth pathways from Behavior Assistant to RBT and beyond
- Complimentary 40‑hour RBT training
- Paid travel & mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (available at 30+ hours per week)
- Paid sick time – based on state requirements
- Retirement 401(k) with company match up to 3 %
Responsibilities
- Work 1:1 with children with autism using ABA strategies under the supervision of a BCBA
- Implement individualized treatment plans designed and trained by a BCBA
- Collect and record data to track client progress using PBS tracking tools
- Communicate with families and clinical teams to ensure client success
- Attend scheduled supervisions, team meetings, and ongoing training
Requirements
- High school diploma (Bachelor’s in Psychology, Education, or related field a plus)
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel locally if required
- Ability to actively engage clients during sessions, move from sitting to standing unassisted, and lift up to 50 lbs
- Experience in ABA therapy, childcare, education, or related field a plus