Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

Why You’ll Love this Behavior Therapist / Behavior Technician (BT) Job!    Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference every day? Join South Shore Autism Center as a school-based Behavior Therapist also known as a Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in Dorchester, MA, and help children with developmental disabilities build communication, social, and daily living skills through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy!  

You'll work alongside a supportive team that's invested in your success while helping children achieve meaningful milestones and celebrating everyday victories.

This is a full-time, school-based position in a structured classroom environment. Guided by experienced BCBAs and clinical leaders, you'll deliver individualized ABA support services to children receiving therapy by implementing behavior analytic strategies, collecting data, and monitoring progress while taking part in individual student development of communication, social, and daily living skills.

Compensation: $26 - $32 / hour  
*based on experience

Location: School-Based

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, no weekends required!
Work Calendar / Hours: This is a 10-month position that follows the school calendar, including scheduled holidays and breaks. Daily hours align with the school's operating schedule, providing a predictable work routine and work-life balance.  
Summer Flexibility: Part-time positions may be available during the summer months, providing the opportunity to continue working when school is not in session.

Why South Shore Autism Center?   

• Competitive pay
• Paid training and RBT certification support, including opportunities for pay increases!
• Reliable schedules and consistent income
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, HSA, and 401(k)
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays based on school schedule  
• High-quality BCBA supervision, mentorship, and clinical support
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development
• Clear career growth opportunities in ABA therapy, autism services, and behavioral health

Make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career. Join South Shore Autism Center as a Behavior Technician (BT) in Dorchester, MA!Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to students with developmental disabilities in the school setting.
• Implement ABA instructional programming
• Remain positive and actively engaged with client during ABA session
• Follow supervising BCBA behavior and teaching plans
• Report any clinical or family concerns to supervising BCBA
• Collect data on child's skills, challenging behaviors, and overall progress
• Complete daily client session notes
• Communicate professionally with family, team, and supervisors
• Work cooperatively with a team of support staff
• Participate in company Safety Care training for initial and re-certification
• Contribute to site-specific and company-wide projects and tasks as directed
• Participate in clinical meetings, staff meetings, and professional development days
• Protect the confidentiality of the client and family

Required Skills

• Prior experience with ABA or working with individuals with developmental disabilities, preferred
• Experience working with children
• Fluent in ASL encouraged to apply
• Reliable transportation
• Physical ability to occasionally lift, transport clients or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds; physical ability to move quickly to follow clients when walking or running
• Must consent to and successfully pass all required background screenings and employment verifications.
• Associate degree or bachelor's degree in education, psychology, or related field, preferred