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Behavior Technician (BT) – Part-Time | Paid Training | Growth Opportunities
Location: Alma, MI
Schedule: Part-time | Afternoon availability required
Pay: Starting at $16/hr, with the opportunity to earn up to $18/hr in your first year based on performance
Start a Rewarding Career Making a Difference!
Are you passionate about helping children learn, grow, and thrive? Join our supportive team as a Behavior Technician (BT) and play an important role in changing lives through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy.
No experience? No problem! We provide paid, hands-on training to help you become a confident and skilled professional in the field of ABA.
What You’ll Do
As a Behavior Technician, you’ll work under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to:
- Provide one-on-one ABA therapy to children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Follow each child’s personalized treatment plan to help build communication, social, and daily living skills
- Collect data and document progress during sessions
- Collaborate with your clinical team and communicate effectively with families and coworkers
- Maintain a positive, clean, and safe environment for clients
- Participate in ongoing team meetings and professional development
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (required)
- Compassionate, reliable, and eager to help others
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality
- Must pass background checks and obtain a current TB test (can be completed after hire)
- CPR/First Aid and QBS certifications required (training provided by us!)
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and engage in active play with children
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Paid training – No prior experience required
Competitive pay and performance-based raises
Supportive team culture with ongoing mentorship
Meaningful work – make a positive impact in the lives of children and families every day
Join Our Team Today!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Ability to Commute:
- Alma, MI 48801 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18
