Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - Bilingual (English/Spanish)
How this pay compares
This posting states $18–$24 an hour. Open registered behavior technician jobs in Virginia post a median of $25 an hour, the middle half $23.75–$27, across 103 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Registered behavior technicians employed in Virginia earn a median of $23.23 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) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
Earn $18–$24/Hour
NOW HIRING AT:
Norfolk, VA
Flexible Schedules to Fit Your Lifestyle
In-Home & In-School Services Throughout Virginia
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Are you passionate about helping children learn, grow, and succeed? Whether you're an experienced Behavior Technician (BT) or Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - or you're looking to start a rewarding career in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) - Total Care ABA wants to meet you!
As a Behavior Technician, you'll work one-on-one with children with autism, helping them build communication, social, behavioral, and daily living skills while making a lasting difference in their lives.
No ABA experience? No problem! We provide paid training and ongoing support to help you build a successful career in behavioral health.
Why Join Total Care ABA?
- Competitive Pay
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (for full-time employees)
- Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
- Paid Training & Ongoing Professional Development
- Flexible scheduling options
- Referral bonuses and retention incentives
- Restricted & Unrestricted BCBA Fieldwork Hours
- Tuition discounts on BCBA master’s degree programs
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Stipend for client supplies
- Work Close to Home!
- Training Provided
What You'll Do
As a Behavior Technician , you'll provide one-on-one ABA therapy under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
- Provide individualized ABA therapy to children in-home and in-school settings
- Implement treatment plans developed by a BCBA
- Teach communication, social, play, behavioral, and daily living skills
- Collect and accurately record client progress data
- Encourage positive behaviors through evidence-based interventions
- Partner with families and clinical team members to support each child's success
- Travel locally to client homes and community settings as needed
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development
- Help children achieve meaningful goals and celebrate every milestone
What we expect from you
- High School Diploma or GED
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel locally
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience working with children preferred
- ABA experience preferred but not required
- RBT Certification preferred.
Schedule Options
Full-Time - 35–40 hours per week
Part-Time - 10–20 hours per week Flexible Shift Options Available
Build Your Future with Total Care ABA
At Total Care ABA, you're more than an employee - you're part of a compassionate team dedicated to helping children reach their full potential while supporting your own professional growth. Apply today and begin a rewarding career helping children and families across Virginia!
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