Behavioral Technician (BT)
Open in 5 locations
House of Hearts Massachusetts posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the unit, shifts, schedule and pay can differ between locations.
Massachusetts
5 open- $25–$33/hr
Burlington, MA (opens on this page)
Full & Part Time · Posted 2w ago
- $25–$33/hr
Lynnfield, MA (opens on this page)
Full & Part Time · Posted 2w ago
- $25–$33/hr
Lexington, MA (opens on this page)
Full & Part Time · Posted 2w ago
- $25–$33/hr
Stoneham, MA (opens on this page)
Full & Part Time · Posted 2w ago
- $25–$33/hr
Watertown, MA (opens on this page)
Full & Part Time · Posted 2w ago
How this pay compares
This posting states $25–$33 an hour. Open behavioral health technician jobs in Massachusetts post a median of $21.24 an hour, the middle half $20–$22.83, across 134 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Behavioral health technicians employed in Massachusetts earn a median of $25 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
Behavior Technician (BT): In Home and In School ABA Therapy
House of Hearts ABA | Now Hiring Across Massachusetts
Pay: $25 to $28 per hour as a BT | $28 to $33 per hour once RBT certified
Locations: Serving children across the entire state of Massachusetts, including all of Metro Boston and surrounding areas: Boston, Cambridge, Somerville, Waltham, Lexington, Framingham, Quincy, Salem, Lynn, Woburn, Chelsea, Everett, Revere, East Boston, Malden, Medford, Wakefield, Saugus and many more!
About the Role
At House of Hearts ABA, our Behavior Technicians make the biggest difference in a child’s progress. As a BT, you’ll provide one on one ABA therapy to children with autism in their homes and schools. You’ll help them build communication, social, and daily living skills.
We’re hiring experienced BTs, and we’re also hiring people who are new to ABA and want to make a real difference. If you have the heart for this work, we’ll give you the training, support, and clinical guidance to do it well.
What You’ll Do
- Provide one on one ABA therapy to children ages 1 to 18 in home and school settings
- Carry out individualized treatment plans designed by our Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs)
- Help children build skills in communication, social interaction, independence, and emotional regulation
- Support children in the classroom so they can participate, learn, and succeed alongside their peers
- Collect session data that helps our clinical team track progress and adjust treatment
- Partner with parents, caregivers, and teachers to keep progress consistent across home and school
Who We’re Looking For
- Experienced BTs who want more hours, strong clinical support, and room to grow
- Newcomers to ABA who are passionate about helping children with autism and their families
- Dependable, compassionate, and coachable team players
- Strong communicators who are comfortable working with families and school staff
- High school diploma or higher
- Able to pass a background check
- Reliable transportation for in home and school based sessions
RBT Certification: Optional and Fully Supported
RBT certification is not required to join House of Hearts ABA or to keep working with us. For team members who want to take that step, we offer full in house support:
- Guidance through the 40 hour RBT training course
- Competency Assessment completed with one of our BCBAs
- Support preparing for and scheduling the RBT exam
Many team members finish the process in about 30 to 40 days. Once certified, your pay increases!
Grow Your Career With Us
Starting as a BT is just the beginning. We’re growing across Massachusetts, so we always have openings for more hours and real chances to move up. Team members can grow from BT to RBT and then into higher level clinical and leadership roles, with mentorship from our clinical team along the way.
Why House of Hearts ABA?
- Consistent caseloads and constant opportunities for more hours
- Clear paths to advance from BT to RBT and beyond
- Hands on training and ongoing mentorship from experienced BCBAs
- Competitive pay, plus opportunities for salaried positions
- A supportive, family like team culture
- Work that changes children’s lives every single day
Apply Today
Whether you’re an experienced BT or just starting out, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and start a meaningful career with House of Hearts ABA.
From House of Hearts Massachusetts's job posting for Burlington, MA, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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