Behavior Therapist - Chelmsford, MA
Listed compensation
$25-$30/hr
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
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Job Description
At Red House Behavior Resources, our top priority is delivering personalized, high-quality services to our clients while maintaining a supportive environment for our providers to thrive. Founded and led by experienced BCBAs, we've been dedicated to making positive impacts in the lives of individuals facing developmental disabilities and behavioral challenges for over a decade.
Behavior Technicians work closely with clients, typically in their homes, implementing personalized treatment plans with guidance and support from Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs). They play a crucial role in their clients' support system, encouraging them to overcome challenges and develop new skills through evidence-based interventions.
Your Responsibilities Include
- Delivering one-on-one therapy to clients.
- Supporting clients as they learn new behavioral, social, communication, and daily living skills.
- Collecting data on client behaviors and progress according to their treatment plan.
- Assisting in training caregivers on the implementation of treatment plans.
- Collaborating with BCBAs and caregivers to ensure ongoing support and care for our clients.
In Addition to a Fulfilling Role, We Provide
- Opportunities for career growth, including BCBA supervision, RBT certification, and CPR training.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Competitive pay in line with your experience and qualifications.
- Referral program incentives because good people know good people..
- Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including health, vision, and dental insurance coverage, as well as paid time off.
To Join Our Team, You'll Need
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience with developmental disabilities.
- Preferably, experience or training in ABA techniques.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Reliable transportation.
- A willingness to work in clients' homes
If you're looking for a welcoming team where you can grow professionally while making a difference in the lives of others, we'd love to have you on board. Get in touch, and let's discuss how you can join the Red House crew!
Red House Behavior Resources is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
Hourly rate: $25.00 to $30.00 /hour DOE - Part time
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Key Responsibilities
The Behavior Therapist delivers one-on-one therapy and implements personalized treatment plans in clients' homes. They are responsible for collecting behavioral data and collaborating with BCBAs and caregivers to support client progress.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Reliable transportation and a willingness to work in clients' homes are required.
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Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 46% are remote, 24% have no call, 70% require no weekends.
Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $52k–$62k | Mental Health Therapy median $58k (middle half $52k–$58k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$54k in purchasing power | Massachusetts index 105.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Mental Health Therapy listings in Massachusetts | 273 active | 7,810 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 46% remote · 24% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Massachusetts counselor listings (all specialties): 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 16% offer loan repayment529 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Mental Health Therapy listings | 2,422 in the last 30 days | 1,438 the 30 days before (+68%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Mental Health Therapy pay trend | −2.0% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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