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Behavioral Technician jobs are open across autism services, school-based therapy, and residential care, from entry-level to lead and senior positions, with specializations in ABA therapy implementation, discrete trial training, and naturalistic teaching. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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POSITION SUMMARY:
The purpose of the Behavioral Health Technician is to assist in providing a safe environment for
individuals. The BHT answers clients’ questions and assist in adjusting program routine, report
any changes in the client’s physical or mental condition. The BHT is responsible for
supervising clients during the program with emphasis on client safety and well being.
Requirements:Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Graduate or GED preferred
- Experience working in substance abuse and/or mental health preferred
- Valid state driving license with no major violations in past five (5) years
Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k Match
- Paid-Time Off
- Sick Time
- Holiday Pay
POSITION SUMMARY:
The purpose of the Behavioral Health Technician is to assist in providing a safe environment for
individuals. The BHT answers clients’ questions and assist in adjusting program routine, report
any changes in the client’s physical or mental condition. The BHT is responsible for
supervising clients during the program with emphasis on client safety and well being.
Requirements:Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Graduate or GED preferred
- Experience working in substance abuse and/or mental health preferred
- Valid state driving license with no major violations in past five (5) years
Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k Match
- Paid-Time Off
- Sick Time
- Holiday Pay
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Who's Hiring
- Total Care ABA52
- Pyramid Healthcare39
- Burrell Behavioral Health38
- Compass Health Network18
- Neuronetics16
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services20
- Insurance1
- Science & Research1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral technician jobs.
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification or willingness to obtain within 90 days
- Experience implementing ABA programs under BCBA supervision with individuals with autism
- Proficiency in discrete trial training and naturalistic environment teaching methods
- Ability to collect, record, and graph behavioral data accurately during sessions
- High school diploma or associate degree, with bachelor's degree preferred by many employers
- Physical ability to implement behavior intervention plans, including safe crisis management techniques
Tips for Your Behavioral Technician Job Search
Tailor your resume to ABA terminology
Hiring managers in behavioral health scan for specific language: DTT, NET, VB-MAPP, and behavior intervention plan implementation. If your resume uses generic phrases like 'worked with clients,' you'll get filtered out before anyone reads your credentials.
List your RBT credential prominently
Your Registered Behavior Technician credential should appear in your resume header or a dedicated certifications section, not buried at the bottom. Many applicant tracking systems filter for 'RBT' as a keyword before a human ever sees your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists behavioral technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name your population
Job listings that specify pediatric ABA, adult developmental disabilities, or school-based settings signal very different day-to-day work. Matching your experience to the population in the posting makes your application far more relevant to that specific team.
Prepare a data collection scenario answer
Interviewers almost always ask how you collect and record behavioral data during sessions. Walk through your exact process, the tools you've used, and how you've flagged data irregularities to your supervising BCBA, with a real example from previous work.
Ask about supervision ratios before accepting
The number of clients you carry and how frequently your BCBA supervises you directly affects your caseload stress and professional growth. Ask this question in your final interview round, not after you've already accepted an offer.
Behavioral Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most behavioral technicians?
Total Care ABA, Pyramid Healthcare, and Burrell Behavioral Health are hiring the most behavioral technicians right now, with openings concentrated in Pennsylvania, Florida, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be highest at multi-state ABA provider networks and school district contracted therapy organizations.
How many behavioral technician jobs are remote?
About 2% of behavioral technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most ABA therapy roles. Telehealth-based parent training and caregiver coaching positions are the sub-areas most likely to offer fully remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a behavioral technician?
To become a behavioral technician, complete the RBT Task List training required by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board, log the required supervised fieldwork hours, pass the RBT competency assessment with a supervising BCBA, and then sit for the RBT exam. Many employers hire candidates before certification and sponsor them through the process, so applying while completing your training is a common path.
Can you get hired as a behavioral technician with no experience?
Yes, many ABA organizations hire candidates with no direct behavioral technician experience, particularly if you have a background working with children, individuals with disabilities, or in educational settings. Emphasize any relevant volunteer work, paraprofessional roles, or coursework in psychology or education, and make clear you're actively pursuing your RBT credential to signal commitment to the field.
What does the behavioral technician interview process look like?
Most behavioral technician interviews involve an initial phone or video screen with a recruiter, followed by a structured interview with a BCBA or clinical supervisor that includes scenario-based questions about behavior management and data collection. Some employers add a brief skills demonstration or shadow session so they can observe how you interact with clients before making a final offer.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral technician jobs?
You can find and apply to behavioral technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Find roles that match your experience, location, and setting preferences, then apply directly to each listing from the job page.
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