Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Silver Spring, MD | Serving Maryland & Washington, DC
Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available
Clinic-Based, Home-Based & School-Based Services
Evening Availability Preferred (4:00 PM-7:00 PM)
About Behavioral & Educational Solutions (BES)
Behavioral & Educational Solutions (BES) provides high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children and families throughout Maryland and Washington, DC. Our team is dedicated to improving the lives of children with autism through evidence-based intervention, compassionate care, and collaboration with families. We are passionate about developing future ABA professionals and providing opportunities for career growth within the behavioral health field.
Position Summary
As an RBT or Behavior Technician, you will work one-on-one with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). You will implement treatment plans, teach new skills, support behavior goals, and help children make meaningful progress in their daily lives. This role is ideal for individuals pursuing careers in:
- Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
- Psychology
- Education
- Special Education
- Child Development
- Social Work
- Counseling
- Behavioral Health
- Human Services
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one ABA therapy sessions using evidence-based interventions
- Implement individualized treatment plans developed by a BCBA
- Teach communication, social, play, self-help, and daily living skills
- Support positive behavior development and behavior reduction goals
- Collect and record accurate session data
- Complete session notes and documentation promptly
- Collaborate with BCBAs, caregivers, teachers, and other service providers
- Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and professional development
Requirements
Important Requirement
Experience Working Directly With Children Is Required. Applicants must have prior childcare experience such as:
- Childcare or daycare
- Teaching or teacher assistant roles
- Paraprofessional positions
- Camp counselor experience
- After-school programs
- Early childhood education
- Special education support
- Nanny or babysitting experience
- Youth programs or coaching
- Other professional or structured experience working with children
Candidates without childcare experience will not be considered.
Qualifications
- Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Previous childcare experience
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to travel to client homes, schools, or clinic locations as needed
- Ability to pass required background screenings
- Willingness to obtain RBT certification within 90 days of hire if not already certified
- Preferred
- Current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification
- Experience working with children with autism or developmental disabilities
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education, Child Development, Social Work, Human Services, or a related field
Service Locations
Services are provided in:
- BES Clinic in Silver Spring, MD
- Client homes throughout Maryland and Washington, DC
- School and community settings
Benefits
- RBT 40-hour training for qualified candidates
- Ongoing BCBA supervision and support
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Flexible scheduling options
- Full-time and part-time positions available
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Meaningful work that makes a difference for children and families
- Valuable experience in one of the fastest-growing fields in healthcare and education