Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) +Bonus
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This posting states $18–$20 an hour. Open registered behavior technician jobs in Texas post a median of $21.50 an hour, the middle half $20–$22, across 100 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Registered behavior technicians employed in Texas earn a median of $19.22 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Already an RBT? Fantastic!! Currently offering $500 bonus
Location: 12407 Hymeadow Drive, Austin, TX 78750 (N. Austin)
Redefine your Purpose. Redefine your Career. Join our award-winning culture and watch yourself blossom.
Be a part of a collaborative on-site team and take pride in the environment you work in!
We are currently looking for Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) and Paraprofessionals with 1 year of current experience working with individuals diagnoses with Autism. to become a part of our Cole Health team where your days are centered around your passions, growth aspirations and extreme job satisfaction. Become part of the Cole Difference .
Experienced candidates will be given an internal RBT Competency Exam to determine starting pay rate based on their experience before being hired. All RBTs will have their competency levels re-assessed every 6 months making them eligible for raises. There are 6 levels of RBT competency, each one comes with additional responsibilities/growth and pay.
Hourly Rate: $18.00-$20.00/hour depending on RBT Competency Exam/Experience (Admin/Non-billable rates paid out at same rate)
Join the Team and see the Cole Difference - Currently offering $500 bonus.
The following defines the primary job responsibilities of the Behavior Technician:
- Energetic individual who enjoys working with children with Autism
- Support our kids with autism by implementing a behavior support plan that teaches functional language skills, developmental milestones, self-help skills, self-advocacy skills, social skills, and customized programs as we put our patients first in their journey with us.
- Work collaboratively with our team and be able to grow with feedback.
- Get direct support and clinical supervision from our Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and staff.
- Learn how to collect and summarize data as specified by the individualized treatment plan.
- Daily attendance is critical as we service our kids in their early intervention programs.
Applicants from various backgrounds are welcome to apply. Some backgrounds that lend themselves well to this position are:
- Paraprofessionals, Direct Support Professionals, Life Skills Assistant
- Childcare Provider, Nanny, Babysitter, Preschool/Infant Teacher, Montessori Guide, Tutor, Substitute Teacher
- Mental Health/Autism Advocate, Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), Behavioral Health Technicians
- Camp Counselor, Childcare Volunteer, Sunday School Teacher
- Teaching, Special Education, Sociology, Human Development, Early Childhood Development, or Psychology degree (a college degree in any field preferred)
In addition to a rewarding Registered Behavior Technician career, we offer:
- Competitive Pay range of $18-$20/hour
- Paid Time Off ( PTO ) and Holiday pay
- Opportunity of involvement in International Mission Trips
- 401K Match
- Medical benefits
- 40 hours of RBT training and RBT Exam cost covered
- Safety (QBS) training
- Ongoing support and training and BCBA team
- Monthly staff appreciation events
- iPAD/Tablet use for real-time documentation
- Dependable schedule
- Exceptional work/life balance
- Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapists on-site to collaborate with
What are you waiting for? Give your career the jump-start it needs and join our award-winning team!
Locations throughout Houston and Central Texas.
RBT Bonus is for qualified Registered Behavior Technicians. Bonus paid out in 2 installments - $250 at 3 months and $250 at 6 months if employed and in good standing with Cole Health.
“I would have never imagined 6 years ago that Cole would not only provide me with that fulfillment, but also help me establish my career path and gain a sense of family and community. Now a recent BCaBA graduate, I couldn’t be more excited to be a part of the Cole difference and to serve the families of my communities!”
-Previous RBT, now BCaBA with Cole Academy
#INDRBT
From Cole Health's job posting, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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