Registered Behavior Technician

Armory B - Tradewinds | 1002 – 140, 1601 Armory Drive, Utica, NY , USA

Make a Difference. Build Your Future. Change Lives.

Are you passionate about helping others and ready to advance a rewarding career in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)? At Upstate Caring Partners, we’re looking for enthusiastic, compassionate professionals to support children and adults with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)—and to grow with us.

As an RBT Level 2, you’ll be a trusted clinical teammate under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). You’ll provide high‑quality, direct ABA services, coach and support fellow staff, contribute to assessments and behavior plans, and help create positive, supportive environments where people can thrive.

• Teach independence through communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Apply ABA strategies to reduce challenging behaviors and build new, meaningful skills.
• Collect, graph, and analyze data to guide treatment and demonstrate progress.
• Collaborate within a supportive, multidisciplinary team committed to person‑centered care.
• Make a real impact—every single day.

• Tradewinds Education Center – Support students ages 5–21 with significant behavioral and developmental challenges in a therapeutic learning environment.
• New Discoveries Learning Center – Work with preschoolers ages 3–5 in an inclusive setting that prepares them for kindergarten.
• Youth & Adult Residential Programs – Provide care and skill‑building supports in our Children’s Residential Program (CRP) and Adult Residential Programs.

• Starting Pay: $23.06/hour
• Full‑time positions in school programs.
• Paid training and mentorship from experienced BCBAs.
• A clear career ladder to grow from 6‑Month Comprehensive Clinical Apprenticeship to Senior BCBA.
• Tuition assistance for BCBA coursework and professional development.

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, or a related field (required).
• Demonstrated experience implementing ABA programs and coaching peers on protocol implementation (preferred).
• Strong data collection, graphing, and reporting skills; comfort preparing data summaries for team reviews.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to give/receive performance feedback.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant and to follow supervisory guidance.
• Travel required; must have or be willing to obtain a valid New York State Driver’s License.

• 6‑Month Comprehensive Clinical Apprenticeship
• Weekly Supervision from Licensed BCBA
• Earn your National RBT Certification in ABA
• Applied Behavior Analysis Instructor
• Significant tuition support for completing BCBA coursework (Master’s)
• Advanced skills under supervision of Senior BCBA
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Become a BCBA and NYS Licensed Behavior Analyst
• Supervise staff and present at conferences
• Senior BCBA – Enhance leadership skills as part of our clinical team

• Low‑cost individual health insurance plan
• Dollar‑for‑dollar retirement match (up to 7%)
• Life Insurance & Voluntary Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation, Employee Leave)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards & Employee Appreciation Events
• Employee Discounts

Ready to start your journey with a team that cares as much as you do? Apply today  and discover how far your passion can take you!

Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct‑care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting.upstatecpjobs.org

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