What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Technician (ABA) – Entry Level / Training Provided – $21/hr position at Golden Grove Behavioral Health LLC?
Help Build Something Meaningful
Golden Grove Behavioral Health is a BCBA-owned ABA practice providing compassionate, individualized, play-based therapy to children and families throughout Central Virginia.
We're a growing practice looking for someone who wants to grow with us. Our goal isn't simply to provide excellent ABA—we're building a workplace where clinicians feel supported, respected, and excited to come to work each day.
If you're looking for a company where you'll know your supervisor personally, have opportunities to learn, and make a meaningful impact with families, we'd love to meet you.
Responsibilities
- Provide one-on-one ABA therapy in clients' homes and community settings.
- Implement individualized treatment plans designed by the supervising BCBA.
- Collect accurate session data using our electronic health record.
- Build positive relationships with children and caregivers.
- Participate in ongoing supervision and professional development.
- Communicate openly regarding client progress and clinical concerns.
Qualifications
- Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential preferred (or willingness to obtain certification).
- High school diploma required; bachelor's degree in psychology, education, special education, or a related field preferred.
- Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
- Ability to pass required background checks.
- Compassionate, dependable, and eager to learn.
Position Type: Part-Time (15 hours/week)
Opportunity for Full-Time: As Golden Grove continues to grow, this position has the opportunity to transition into full-time employment for candidates interested in expanding their caseload.
Why Golden Grove?
We believe great ABA starts with taking care of the people providing it.
At Golden Grove you'll receive:
- Direct mentorship from a BCBA who knows your clients.
- Small, manageable caseloads.
- Ethical treatment recommendations focused on client needs.
- Individualized supervision and ongoing professional development.
- A collaborative, supportive team environment.
- Opportunities for growth as the practice expands.
Schedule
- Monday through Friday
- Primarily daytime hours with occasional early evening sessions based on family availability.
- Flexible scheduling whenever possible to promote work-life balance.
Our Core Values
- Integrity: We provide honest and dependable services while ensuring transparency with families, staff, and payers.
- Excellence: We maintain the highest standards of care, rooted in evidence-based practice and clinical quality.
- Compassion: We treat every client and family with dignity and respect, promoting a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Dependability: We are committed to consistent, reliable services that families can count on.
Join Our Team
We're intentionally growing at a pace that allows us to maintain high-quality services while building a supportive workplace. We believe interviews go both ways—we'd love to learn about you, answer your questions, and see if Golden Grove is the right fit for your career.
If you're passionate about helping children thrive and want to be part of building something special from the beginning, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- Why do you want to work with children with autism?
- Tell us about a time you remained calm during a difficult situation.
- This job requires travel between clients homes. Are you willing to travel during your work day?
- Please provide two professional references.
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $26