What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Behavior Technician position at Upstate Caring Partners?
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, 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. This is a hands-on role where every day brings the chance to make a meaningful difference—while you continue building your ABA career.
Every day as an RBT, you’ll:
- 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.
Explore Diverse Opportunities
At Upstate Caring Partners, Behavior Technicians have the chance to work in a variety of settings, each offering unique experiences and meaningful impact:
- Tradewinds Education Center - Support students ages 5–21 with significant behavioral and developmental challenges in a therapeutic learning environment. Tradewinds offers a comprehensive curriculum, vocational training, therapies, and enrichment activities all designed to help students build independence and essential life skills.
- New Discoveries Learning Center - Work with preschoolers ages 3–5 in an inclusive setting that prepares them for kindergarten. This program emphasizes hands-on learning, social development, and early intervention services such as speech, occupational, and physical therapy.
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Youth & Adult Residential Programs — Provide care and skill-building supports in our Children’s Residential Program (CRP) and Adult Residential Programs, creating home-like environments where individuals can thrive.
What we Offer
- 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
- Tuition assistance for BCBA coursework and professional development.
What We Are Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, or a related field (required).
- Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).
- 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 computer skills (Windows, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Word, Excel).
- 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.
With a structured career ladder - there are endless opportunities for growth to help you reach your goals!
Behavior Technician → RBT → ABA Instructor → BCBA → Senior BCBA.
- Behavior Technician
- 6-Month Comprehensive Clinical Apprenticeship
- Weekly Supervision from Licensed BCBA
- Learn foundational clinical skills
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
- Earn your National RBT Certification in ABA
- Increased pay and recognition
- 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
- Provide clinical supervision to BCBAs and direction to program staff
Comprehensive Benefits
We know that when you feel supported, you can do your best work. That’s why we offer:
- Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision
- 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 at UpstateCPJobs.org 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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