Behavior Technician

This role offers an excellent pathway to begin or grow a career in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). A Behavior Technician will deliver individualized ABA programs, offering hands-on support to children and families either in their homes or in community outings, depending on client needs. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday between 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM, with flexibility available to suit personal circumstances.

Compensation ranges from $20 to $27 per hour
, depending on experience and qualifications. Bilingual candidates fluent in Spanish are eligible for a higher pay rate.

The Behavior Technician plays a key role in helping children build vital abilities such as communication, social engagement, and independence in daily routines. This position involves implementing research-based methods to teach new skills and reduce behaviors that could impact safety or self-sufficiency. Applicants may benefit from coursework in psychology, education, social work, or similar fields. To succeed, candidates must be reliable, compassionate, and committed to supporting each client s growth toward greater autonomy and improved quality of life.

To join our team as a Behavior Technician, candidates must hold a high school diploma or equivalent, possess a valid driver s license with reliable transportation, car insurance that includes the technician on the provided policy
, pass a livescan check, provide a negative TB test and demonstrate professionalism, creativity, and strong communication skills. The role further requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work effectively in a team environment. In return, we offer competitive compensation, flexible scheduling, and a supportive culture that values professional growth.

Other benefits include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO), sick leave, mileage reimbursement, and drive time pay
• Complimentary 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training and professional development opportunities
• Structured performance-based pay increases, including raises for consistent availability and RBT certification

• $1/hour raise after maintaining consistent availability for 90 consecutive days
• Additional $1/hour raise upon successfully earning RBT certification

To protect staff time and earnings, we maintain a clear cancellation policy. Paid cancellations are provided for up to 2 hours of pay if a client cancels within 30 minutes or less of the scheduled start time and/or the technician has already departed for the session. We also actively monitor and address excessive client cancellations to protect technician schedules and maintain consistent hours.

We are dedicated to the success of every Behavior Technician, offering paid initial training and ongoing learning opportunities. At Ad Astra, our mission is to foster a culture of guided independence, delivering an engaging client experience that builds meaningful skills and long-term outcomes for today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Ad Astra Behavior Analytic Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. Qualifications for this role include strong communication skills, teamwork ability, and experience with the pediatric population.