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Elevated Kids
Charlotte, North Carolina

Child-Led, Play-Based Behavior Therapist (BT/RBT)

BCBAFull-Time

Listed compensation

$24-$28/hr

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Job Description

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance

Who We Are

Elevated Kids is a boutique, BCBA-owned early autism care provider specializing in a natural, play-based approach to ABA that is thoughtful and relationship-driven for toddlers and young children. We were intentionally built to be different, placing intention, quality, and meaningful impact at the center of everything we do.

Our care model is grounded in Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions (NDBI), the gold standard for early autism care. By blending the science of ABA with developmental and relationship-based practices, we support meaningful progress across communication, social engagement, play, and daily life skills, with parent coaching as a central pillar of our care.

At Elevated Kids, families experience a concierge-style level of care; highly personalized, responsive, and collaborative from the very first phone call. We are guided by compassion, integrity, and a belief that every child and family deserves exceptional support, not a one-size-fits-all model.

Our team is made up of thoughtful, driven professionals who value collaboration, clarity, and continuous improvement. We believe high-quality care and a healthy, supportive work environment go hand in hand. Ideas are welcomed, feedback is constructive, and people are supported to do their best work together.

What We Do

Elevated Kids provides individualized, family-centered autism care through a boutique, interdisciplinary model designed to meet children and families where they are. Our services are delivered in the settings where young children naturally learn and thrive, homes, preschools, and community spaces, because research consistently shows this leads to the most meaningful and lasting outcomes.

Our approach emphasizes developmentally appropriate goals, authentic connection, and strong caregiver partnership. Parent coaching and caregiver involvement are woven into every layer of care, ensuring progress extends beyond sessions by empowering families with the tools and confidence to support their child beyond sessions.

Every child’s care is intentionally designed, closely supported, and continuously adapted, reflecting our belief that early autism care should feel personal, collaborative, and elevated, while remaining grounded in best practice and integrity. Our model represents a modern evolution of ABA, prioritizing developmental science, family partnership, and sustainable, high-quality care that supports long-term clinician fulfillment.

Why You’ll Love Working Here (BT)

At Elevated Kids, BTs are an essential part of our care team and you’ll feel that from day one. You’ll work in an environment where expectations are clear, support is consistent, and your work is recognized and appreciated.

You’ll be guided by BCBA-led leadership who understand the day-to-day realities of direct care and are accessible when you need help, feedback, or encouragement. Training, communication, and preparation are priorities here, so you can focus on connecting with children and doing meaningful work without feeling rushed or alone.

What BTs Appreciate Most

  • Consistent guidance and supervision from experienced BCBAs
  • Thoughtful scheduling and realistic expectations
  • Ongoing training and opportunities to build skills with confidence
  • A team culture that values respect, kindness, and collaboration
  • Work that feels purposeful, rewarding, and aligned with best practice

We are intentional about creating a workplace where BTs feel supported, prepared, and proud of the care they provide. If you’re looking for a team that invests in you and your growth, you’ll feel at home here.

Role Overview

As a Behavior Technician at Elevated Kids, you play a meaningful, hands-on role in supporting young children and their families through engaging, play-based care in everyday environments. You’ll work closely with children during their daily routines, helping build foundational skills through connection, consistency, and thoughtful support.

You’ll be part of a team that values preparation, communication, and support. BTs at Elevated Kids are never expected to work in isolation; you’ll receive clear guidance, ongoing training, and consistent collaboration with BCBA-led leadership to help you feel confident and supported in your work.

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Success as a BT at Elevated Kids is built on consistency, reliability, and genuine connection. By showing up with care and curiosity, you help create predictable, supportive experiences where children and families can thrive, while continuing to grow your skills and confidence over time.

In This Role, Success Looks Like

  • Creating engaging, play-based learning experiences that support each child’s goals
  • Building warm, trusting, respectful relationships with children and their caregivers
  • Implementing care plans with consistency and attention to detail, with guidance from your supervising BCBA
  • Communicating openly with your team and asking questions when support is needed
  • Continuing to learn, reflect, and grow with the support of training and mentorship
  • Showing up on time, prepared, and ready to engage with each child
  • Taking pride in being a dependable part of a child’s care team

We believe reliability and consistency are forms of care. With clear expectations, thoughtful scheduling, and strong team support, this role is designed to help you feel confident, valued, and successful over time.

Qualifications & What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for BTs who are dependable, compassionate, and excited to support young children through meaningful, play-based care. Experience is important but mindset, reliability, and a willingness to learn matter most.

We’d Love to Hear from You If You

  • Enjoy working with young children and aren’t afraid to be silly, playful, and fully engaged
  • Are comfortable getting on the floor, joining in play, and meeting children where they are
  • Feel connected to sentiments such as “All Play is Okay” and “Connection over Compliance”
  • Are reliable, consistent, and take pride in showing up prepared
  • Communicate clearly and work well as part of a team
  • Are open to feedback and eager to grow your skills
  • Can meet the requirements to obtain or maintain RBT certification

Nice to Have (But Not Required)

  • Prior experience as a BT/RBT
  • Coursework or background in psychology, education, or a related field
  • Experience working with toddlers or young children

We value people who bring curiosity, care, and commitment to their work. If you’re motivated to learn and excited to be part of a supportive team, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every qualification listed.

Training & Support

At Elevated Kids, training is not a one-time event, it’s an ongoing, supportive process designed to help you feel confident and successful in your role. Our Clinical Quality & Empowerment (CQE) Team exists to ensure every BT feels prepared, supported, and empowered to deliver high-quality, play-based care.

Each BT is thoughtfully paired with a dedicated CQE coach who provides individualized guidance and encouragement. During your first 90 days, you’ll receive structured coaching focused on building confidence and fidelity in Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions (NDBI).

While the first 90 days provide a strong foundation, coaching does not stop there. Ongoing support, feedback, and skill refinement continue throughout your time at Elevated Kids, ensuring you’re always growing and supported.

In addition to CQE coaching, you’ll receive weekly, in-person clinical supervision from your supervising BCBA. Together, these layers of support ensure you’re never working in isolation and always have access to feedback, problem-solving, and mentorship.

What You Can Expect

  • Assignment to a CQE coach for individualized support and skill development
  • A structured 90-day coaching period focused on NDBI fidelity and confidence
  • Weekly, in-person supervision with your supervising BCBA
  • Ongoing feedback, encouragement, and opportunities for growth
  • A team that prioritizes learning, quality, and empowerment over pressure

We believe that when BTs are well-supported, everyone benefits, especially the children and families we serve. Our training model is designed to help you feel capable, confident, and proud of the care you provide from the very beginning.

A Day in the Life as a Behavior Technician

Your day centers on play, connection, and consistency in the environments where children naturally learn and grow.

You may begin your day supporting a child at home, in a preschool, or in a community-based setting joining in play, following the child’s lead, and creating opportunities for learning through everyday moments. Sessions are thoughtfully planned so you can focus on engagement.

Throughout the Day, You’ll

  • Work one-on-one with young children using play-based, naturalistic strategies
  • Get on the floor, be silly, and build joyful connections that support learning
  • Implement care plans with guidance from your supervising BCBA and CQE coach
  • Communicate with families and your team about progress, questions, and wins
  • Receive feedback, encouragement, and support through supervision and coaching

No two days look exactly the same, but each day is grounded in preparation, support, and shared purpose. You’ll leave knowing your consistency and care made a real difference and that you were supported every step of the way.

What We Provide

  • Competitive hourly pay ranging from $24–$28/hour, based on experience
  • Paid training, shadowing, and onboarding to help you feel confident from the start
  • High-quality BCBA supervision hours, with consistent guidance and support, and the opportunity to accrue both restricted and unrestricted supervision hours
  • Health benefits, including vision and dental
  • Paid time off (PTO) and paid sick leave (PSL)
  • 401(k)

Key Responsibilities

Provide hands-on, play-based behavioral support to young children with autism in home, school, and community settings. Implement individualized care plans and collaborate with BCBAs and families to foster communication and social engagement.

Requirements

Candidates must be able to obtain RBT certification within 120 days and pass background screenings. A bachelor's degree in psychology, education, or a related field is strongly preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree

Key Skills

Play-based therapyBehavioral interventionChild developmentCommunication skillsPatient careObservation and reportingRelationship buildingAdaptability

Mental Health Therapy Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 66% are remote, 32% have no call, 82% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 10.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$54k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $57k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 4.8
Better work-life than 40% of Mental Health Therapy (Behavior Analysis) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 247 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Charlotte

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$355k
Typical market rent
$1,744/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.3
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Elevated Kids

Individual and Family Services
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance