Behavior Technician
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Healthcare
Behavior Technician/RBT, Mental Health, ABA Therapist
Overview
Behavior Technician – Autism Services (Full-Time, M–F Schedule)
Location: Dubuque, IA
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:45 AM – 4:30 PM
Pay: $20–$21.25/hour (Training wage: $18/hour)
Are you passionate about helping children with Autism build independence and thrive? Join our growing Autism Services team at Hills & Dales as a Behavior Technician, where you ll play a key role in delivering applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy in a structured, supportive, and team-based setting.
🧩 What You ll Do:- Deliver 1:1 ABA therapy to clients with Autism and related disorders
- Implement behavior support and skill development plans
- Track and document client progress
- Communicate effectively with families and team members
- Support clients in structured routines, play, and learning environments
- High school diploma or equivalent (required)
- No degree required – we provide training and support!
- For Behavior Technician II positions - bachelors degree IS required
- Must pass a background check free of child or dependent adult abuse
- Ability to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) within 1 year of hire (we ll help you get there!)
- Experience with children or individuals with Autism (preferred, not required)
- Knowledge of applied behavior analysis (ABA) is a plus
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Comfortable working with behaviors that may include aggression
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs, stand/move throughout the day, and stay calm under pressure
- Valid driver s license and proof of insurance (required for occasional client transport)
- Paid initial training at $18/hour
- Ongoing professional development and support toward RBT certification
- QBS Safety-Care or other behavior support certifications provided by agency
Hills & Dales is a non-profit organization committed to building meaningful lives for individuals with disabilities. Our Autism Services team provides evidence-based, compassionate care to help children reach their full potential.
Offer contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check, dependent adult and child abuse background check, and drug screen.
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