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Behavior Technician (Center-Based) – Part-Time - New Westbrook Location - Supporting the CT Shoreline

PLEASE NOTE: Initial paid training may occur at one of CCSN's Farmington or Glastonbury campuses before transitioning to our new Westbrook location.

Love Working with Kids? Turn That Passion Into a Meaningful Career.

If you've enjoyed working with children as a behavior technician, childcare provider, camp counselor, coach, tutor, babysitter, teacher assistant, or in another child-focused role, we'd love to meet you.

Whether you're looking to continue your career in ABA or you're studying psychology, education, child development, healthcare, or another related field, CCSN offers an opportunity to build valuable experience while making a lasting difference in the lives of children and families.

No previous ABA experience is required. We provide paid training for motivated candidates who enjoy working with children and are excited to learn.

About CCSN

The Center for Children with Special Needs (CCSN) is one of Connecticut's leading providers of center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for children with autism and related developmental needs.

Our mission is simple: help children build communication, social, play, and daily living skills while supporting families through compassionate, evidence-based care.

We're excited to continue growing our brand-new Westbrook location and are looking for caring, energetic team members to join us.

Who We're Looking For

You may be an excellent fit if you have experience working with children through:

• Behavior Technician or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
• Childcare or daycare
• Preschool or early childhood education
• Summer camps
• Coaching or youth programs
• Teacher assistant or paraprofessional roles
• Tutoring
• Babysitting or nanny experience
• Other child-focused settings

We're also interested in candidates pursuing careers in:

• Psychology
• Child Development
• Education
• Special Education
• Social Work
• Occupational Therapy
• Speech-Language Pathology
• Nursing
• Healthcare and related fields

If you enjoy helping children learn, grow, and succeed, we'd encourage you to apply—even if you don't have previous ABA experience.

Position Summary

This is a part-time, center-based position working directly with children receiving Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services.

Behavior Technicians work one-on-one with children while implementing individualized treatment plans developed by our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs). Every day you'll help children develop communication, social, play, and daily living skills while celebrating meaningful progress alongside families and our clinical team.

Compensation & Hours - Starting Pay

Behavior Technicians (No RBT):
$19.00/hour

Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT):
Starting at $20.50/hour

Up to $24.50/hour with 4+ years of RBT licensure

Schedule

• Part-time, up to 29 hours per week
• Flexible scheduling based on candidate availability.
• Hours of operation:
• Monday–Friday: 7:45 AM – 6:15 PM
• Saturday: 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Greater availability increases the likelihood we can accommodate your preferred schedule.

What You'll Do

• Work directly with children in a fun, supportive, center-based environment
• Teach communication, social, play, and daily living skills
• Implement individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a BCBA or Lead Clinician
• Collect accurate session data using technology provided by CCSN
• Collaborate with clinical team members and caregivers to support each child's progress
• Maintain a safe, professional, and positive environment for children and families

QualificationsRequired

• High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Experience working with children (examples include ABA, childcare, daycare, education, coaching, tutoring, camp counseling, babysitting, or similar child-focused experience)
• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable engaging with children with unique learning needs

Preferred (Not Required)

• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification
• Experience in ABA or special education settings

Paid training is available for candidates pursuing RBT certification.

Why Join CCSN?

• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Flexible scheduling
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Supportive and collaborative clinical team
• Meaningful work that makes a lasting difference

Many of our Behavior Technicians continue their careers as Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), psychologists, teachers, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals.

Physical Requirements

Physical demands associated with this position include walking / standing for approximately 80% of the day.

Active with patients, including sitting, and getting up from the floor, sit/play on the floor for extended periods of time.

Ability to complete skills required for Physical Management Techniques (PMT) to safely support patients.

Be able to lift 40 pounds without assistance.

Operating and working on a laptop, keyboard and/or iPad.

Be physically present at the assigned job location.

CCSN Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) Employer Contributions
• Flexible schedule

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $19.00 - $24.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Application Question(s):

• Have you previously worked for The Center for Children with Special Needs?
• Have you ever been convicted of a felony and/or do you have any cases pending that could result in a felony conviction?
• Please provide a personal email for direct communication

Work Location: In person