Behavior Technician with Paid RBT Certification

About the role

Enhance your clinical career with AB Spectrum, a team proud of being named a Top Workplace by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. We earn this recognition based on employee feedback, fostering a culture where people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.

Our Model

Our centers utilize a unique Therapy Through Play model, inspired by the principles of Reggio Emilia. We create a Natural Environment Teaching (NET) environment to deliver individualized, high-quality early intervention services in settings that replicate a natural preschool.

Our Team

• BBCAs
• RBTs
• SLPs
• Administration

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 behavioral intervention for children ages 1–6 in a clinic setting.
• Implement treatment plans exactly as written by the supervising BCBA.
• Collect real-time data on skill progress and behavior throughout every session.
• Teach daily living skills including feeding, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Follow behavior protocols to calmly manage aggression or emotional outbursts.
• Facilitate social play and engagement through the Reggio ABA™ approach.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for children and staff.
• Participate in ongoing training and supervision to refine your clinical skills.

Requirements

• Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
• Education: Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Background Check: Must be able to pass a background check and maintain a clear record throughout employment.
• Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.
• Conflict of Interest: Must not have immediate family members currently receiving therapy or services at our clinics to prevent potential conflicts of interest.

Physical & Safety Capability

• Physical Demands: Ability to safely lift/move children up to 45 lbs and engage in active, floor-based play.
• Behavioral Response: Must be able to support children through challenging behaviors using the positive, non-restraint reinforcement strategies taught during your initial training.

Professional Reliability & Commitment

• Attendance & Punctuality: Must demonstrate professional reliability, meaning consistent attendance and punctuality are essential for both initial training and all scheduled shifts.
• Transportation: Must have reliable transportation to ensure consistent attendance at the assigned clinic location for all scheduled shifts.

Mindset & Interpersonal Skills

• Communication & Teamwork: Must possess strong communication and teamwork skills to effectively collaborate with supervisors, peers, and client families.
• Flexibility: Must be flexible and collaborative, capable of adapting to schedule changes and shifting client needs.
• Growth Mindset: Must demonstrate a willingness to learn, apply feedback, and grow within the role, guided by a mission-driven mindset.

The RBT Path

• Commitment to Learning: Must be willing and able to complete the 40-hour RBT training and pass the BACB exam within the first 90 days of employment.
• Company-Backed Support: We provide paid training, financial coverage, expert guidance, and ethical standards.

Pay

• 18 - 20 USD per hour (AB Spectrum Chesterfield Clinic)
• 18 - 20 USD per hour (AB Spectrum St. Peters Clinic)
• 18 - 20 USD per hour (AB Spectrum Mehlville Clinic)
• 18 - 20 USD per hour (AB Spectrum Florissant Clinic)
• 18 - 20 USD per hour (AB Spectrum Wright City Clinic)

Career Growth & Rewards

• RBT Certification & Renewals: We cover 100% of the costs for your initial RBT certification and all subsequent annual renewal fees.
• Clear Career Paths: Structured opportunities to advance into leadership and administrative roles as you grow with us.
• Merit Raises: Performance-based raises awarded every 6 months for continuous, satisfactory performance.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Financial support for employees pursuing a Master’s Degree in ABA.
• Bonusly Rewards: Our peer-to-peer recognition program where points earned can be converted directly into cash.

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Time Off (PTO): A generous policy designed to ensure you get the rest and balance you need.

Community & Culture

• Company-Wide Events – Celebrate with us at our Winter Gala and Spring Picnic
• Clinic-Based Celebrations – Enjoy local team bonding events like our Fall Festival
• Special Guest Visits – Surprise and delight with visits from:
• 🎶 Music Facilitator for fun, interactive sessions
• 📚 Story Time with our very own clinic mascot
• 🚌 The Gym Bus for movement and play
• 🫧 The Bubble Bus for outdoor sensory fun
• 🌈 Chef Bananas and other engaging guests throughout the year