OPT Registered Behavior Technician Jobs
Registered Behavior Technician jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in psychology, education, or applied behavior analysis. Most RBT roles require an active RBT credential through the BACB, which you can obtain before or during your OPT period. STEM OPT extension does not apply to this field.
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HealthPRO Pediatrics is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every client has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and collaborative Board Certified Behavior Analyst to join our team in Brandon, FL!
- Low caseload so you can focus on quality care
- 20% dedicated supervision time — because strong teams need strong leadership
- A primarily clinic-based setting for collaboration and consistency
- One work-from-home day per week (after comps & 25 billable hours)
- Monday to Friday (No weekends — ever)
- $85K–$102K/year between salary + monthly bonus plans
- Sign-on bonus or relocation assistance: $5,000
- PTO and comprehensive benefits
- A supportive, team-first culture where your voice matters
Full Time and Part Time opportunities! (Hourly rate for part time employees)
Sign on Bonus for Full Time employees
If you’re ready for a position that supports you as much as you support your clients, this is your next step. Make the impact you trained for — without burning out. Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPRO Pediatrics, A division of HealthPro Heritage, we are more than just a team—we are a family dedicated to empowering children, supporting families, and fostering growth. As a leader in pediatric therapy, we provide a purpose-driven environment where your skills and compassion truly make a difference.
Responsibilities
- Run and oversee behavioral + functional assessments - the fun ones like VB-MAPP and Vineland!
- Create individualized, evidence-based goals and behavior plans that actually work in real life—home, community, and center.
- Train, support, and cheer on your RBT team like the clinical rockstars they are.
- Lead meaningful parent training sessions that empower families.
- Collaborate with other disciplines, educators, and providers to give kids the best care possible.
- And of course… pitch in with anything else that helps the team thrive!
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be licensed as a BCBA.
- At least a Master’s degree in ABA, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or university and one year experience working with children on the spectrum.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
INTRODUCTION
HealthPRO Pediatrics is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every client has the opportunity to reach their full potential. We are seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and collaborative Board Certified Behavior Analyst to join our team in Brandon, FL!
- Low caseload so you can focus on quality care
- 20% dedicated supervision time — because strong teams need strong leadership
- A primarily clinic-based setting for collaboration and consistency
- One work-from-home day per week (after comps & 25 billable hours)
- Monday to Friday (No weekends — ever)
- $85K–$102K/year between salary + monthly bonus plans
- Sign-on bonus or relocation assistance: $5,000
- PTO and comprehensive benefits
- A supportive, team-first culture where your voice matters
Full Time and Part Time opportunities! (Hourly rate for part time employees)
Sign on Bonus for Full Time employees
If you’re ready for a position that supports you as much as you support your clients, this is your next step. Make the impact you trained for — without burning out. Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPRO Pediatrics, A division of HealthPro Heritage, we are more than just a team—we are a family dedicated to empowering children, supporting families, and fostering growth. As a leader in pediatric therapy, we provide a purpose-driven environment where your skills and compassion truly make a difference.
Responsibilities
- Run and oversee behavioral + functional assessments - the fun ones like VB-MAPP and Vineland!
- Create individualized, evidence-based goals and behavior plans that actually work in real life—home, community, and center.
- Train, support, and cheer on your RBT team like the clinical rockstars they are.
- Lead meaningful parent training sessions that empower families.
- Collaborate with other disciplines, educators, and providers to give kids the best care possible.
- And of course… pitch in with anything else that helps the team thrive!
QUALIFICATIONS
- Must be licensed as a BCBA.
- At least a Master’s degree in ABA, Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field from an accredited college or university and one year experience working with children on the spectrum.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Registered Behavior Technician
Earn your RBT credential before your OPT starts
The BACB's RBT credential requires 40 hours of supervised training and a competency assessment. Completing this before your OPT authorization begins means you can start working immediately without delays from credentialing requirements holding up your first paycheck.
Target employers with existing H-1B sponsorship history
Large ABA therapy providers and healthcare networks are more likely to sponsor visa transitions after OPT than small private practices. Search OFLC disclosure data to identify which ABA employers have filed H-1B visa petitions for behavior technician or behavior analyst roles previously.
Clarify your OPT authorization timeline upfront
RBT hiring managers often don't understand OPT work authorization. Be direct: explain your EAD end date, that no employer petition is needed during OPT, and that H-1B sponsorship would only become relevant after your authorization period ends. Clarity removes hesitation.
Position yourself toward BCBA supervision roles
Employers are more likely to sponsor visa transitions for BCBAs than RBTs. Use your OPT period to accumulate supervised fieldwork hours toward BCBA eligibility. Demonstrating a clear path to licensure signals long-term value and makes sponsorship conversations easier later.
Focus on school districts and nonprofit providers
School districts and nonprofit ABA organizations frequently hire RBTs and often have established HR processes for work authorization. These employers tend to offer more structured onboarding and are more accustomed to navigating employment documentation than smaller private clinics.
Apply during peak hiring cycles in the ABA field
ABA therapy hiring increases significantly in late summer ahead of the school year and in January with new insurance cycles. Timing your applications to these windows increases the pool of active openings and reduces competition from candidates who apply off-cycle throughout the year.
Registered Behavior Technician OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Registered Behavior Technician on OPT?
Yes. Working as an RBT on OPT is straightforward as long as your job is directly related to your degree field, typically psychology, education, or applied behavior analysis. Your EAD card is all the employer needs to verify work authorization. No employer petition or sponsorship is required during your OPT period.
Does RBT work qualify as a STEM OPT extension?
No. Registered Behavior Technician roles fall under psychology and behavioral health, not a STEM-designated field of study. If your degree is in psychology or education, STEM OPT extension does not apply. Students with degrees in data science or neuroscience applied to behavior analysis should verify their specific CIP code with their DSO before assuming STEM eligibility.
Where can I find RBT jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is the best place to find RBT and ABA therapy jobs actively open to F-1 OPT candidates. Many general job boards don't filter for visa work authorization, so you waste time applying to roles that won't consider OPT students. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have sponsored work visas before and are open to candidates on work authorization.
Do I need my RBT credential before applying for OPT jobs in this field?
Most employers require an active RBT credential from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board before your start date, not before you apply. You can apply while completing your 40-hour training requirement. That said, having your credential in hand before applications go out makes you significantly more competitive and removes a common reason for rejection.
Can an RBT job lead to H-1B sponsorship after OPT ends?
It depends on the employer and your career trajectory. RBT roles alone are generally not classified as specialty occupations required for H-1B eligibility, but BCBA and behavior analyst positions typically are. Using your OPT period to accumulate supervised fieldwork hours toward BCBA certification puts you in a much stronger position to negotiate sponsorship when your authorization nears its end date.