Behavior Technician | Mentorship + Accelerated Growth

About the role

The FirstSteps Team is inspired by the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential. To that end, our mission is twofold: to provide the best evidence-based, behavior analytic treatment to our children diagnosed with autism and related learning differences, and to offer a positive, collaborative, and dynamic work experience for our team. We are steadfastly committed to ongoing training and mentorship of our employees, always motivated to support the next generation of clinical leaders in our field and at FirstSteps. Our greatest reward is witnessing the rapid and joyful learning of our little ones and knowing that together, we are creating more happy days for the kids and families we serve. The Behavior Technician Position (referred to as 'Instructors' at FirstSteps) offers the privilege of teaching children diagnosed with autism meaningful skills including communication, socialization, self-care, and school readiness.

Responsibilities

• Teaching children diagnosed with autism meaningful skills including communication, socialization, self-care, and school readiness.
• Experiencing milestones such as a child’s first words, first friend, first shoe tie, and more.
• Working closely with teachers, parents, FirstSteps BCBAs, and behavioral/mental health specialists.
• Becoming a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with all initial credentialing fees paid by FirstSteps through a paid training program.

Requirements

• Demonstrated interest in child development through "kid" experience, such as related work, study, or volunteer experience.
• College enrollment or degree preferred; applicants with high school graduation and an interest in psychology, behavioral health, child development, or mental health will be considered.
• Graduate students in ABA may apply as Behavior Technicians and be eligible to receive clinical training and supervision hours toward BACB requirements, based on performance, role alignment, availability, and program needs.
• Health and safety: childhood vaccinations and a non‑reactive TB test.
• Reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, sit on floors and/or child‑sized furniture, and quickly move from a seated position to a running stance.

Benefits

• Exceptional training, ongoing support, and career development opportunities.
• Health insurance with generous employer contribution.
• Access to discounted dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match.
• Paid time‑off (PTO) and anniversary PTO awards.
• Compensation for drive time, mileage, and data usage.
• Tuition discounts with partner universities offering bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degree programs.
• Employee assistance program.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Ongoing team building and community events during and outside of work hours.
• Fun, team‑oriented work atmosphere.

Pay

Starting clinical wage of $23+ per hour, depending on experience, with eligibility for multiple wage increases throughout the year.