Registered Behavior Technician - RBT/BT - Full-Time

Behavior Technician/Registered Behavior Technician (BT/RBT) – ABA Centers of Puerto Rico

Mayaguez, PR

Starting rate of $18/hour for BTs

Starting rate of $20/hour for RBTs

Final compensation will be determined by a candidate’s experience, training, and educational credentials*

Grow Your Career in ABA

Join one of the nation’s fastest-growing providers of autism care and make a meaningful impact every day. At ABA Centers, we’re committed to delivering high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy while investing in our team's growth and success.

Whether you’re already a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or just starting your journey, we provide paid training, mentorship, and a clear path for career advancement. If you’re not yet certified, we’ll support you through our ABA Academy of Excellence to help you prepare for and pass the RBT exam, which is required by the licensing board (BACB) to deliver care.

What You’ll Do

Direct Client Support

• Deliver ABA therapy in homes, schools, communities, clinics, or other venues depending on client needs
• Teach communication, social, and daily living skills
• Implement individualized treatment plans under BCBA supervision
• Track Progress & Maintain Quality
• Collect, organize, and document session data accurately

Collaborate & Communicate

• Work closely with BCBAs, team members, and families
• Participate in team meetings and ongoing training

Support Operations

• Assist with administrative and clinical support tasks as needed

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• 6+ months of relevant experience (including internships or related roles)
• Availability during mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Reliable transportation with valid driver’s license and insurance
• Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and driving record review

Preferred

• Experience in childcare, education, or related fields
• Experience working with children or adolescents
• Prior exposure to ABA services

Position‑Specific Items

• Behavior Technician (BT): Complete a 40‑hour paid training program over 2 consecutive weeks (at the same rate of pay), followed by precepting (hands‑on supervision), and pass the RBT exam within 45 days (up to 3 weeks total)
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT): Active certification in good standing; 1 week of paid training followed by precepting (hands‑on supervision) (up to 2 weeks total)
• Training availability (BT / RBT): Must be available Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Benefits

• 21 paid days off (15 days of PTO, which increases with tenure, plus 6 holidays)
• Medical, dental, vision, long‑term disability, and life insurance
• Generous 401(k) with up to 6% employer match
• Mentoring for team members who wish to become BCBAs
• Paid Registered Behavior Technician training
• CEU reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $2,500 per semester)
• Mileage reimbursement at the current IRS standard rate
• Opportunity for full‑tuition scholarship to Temple University’s Master’s in ABA program
• Performance bonus potential

Bonuses

$5,000 bonus for referring BCBAs to work with us.

$500 bonus for referring RBTs to work with us.

About ABA Centers of Puerto Rico

ABA Centers of Puerto Rico is a leading and rapidly growing provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, committed to delivering life‑changing outcomes for individuals with autism and their families. Our mission is to provide rapid access to life‑changing outcomes through diagnosis and individualized ABA therapy, expanding access to high‑quality, compassionate care while driving measurable results. We are guided by core values that include People First, The Joy Effect, Data‑Driven Excellence, Disrupt with Purpose, Celebrate Uniqueness, and Resilient and Responsible.

ABA Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to building an inclusive workplace free from discrimination. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

ABA Centers participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E‑Verify program.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment. If you require assistance or accommodation, please let us know.