Behavior Therapist – ABA
Listed compensation
$17-$20/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
MedCare Pediatric delivers individualized therapy for children with autism and developmental disabilities, built on collaboration, compassion, and clinical integrity. We’re dedicated to creating an environment where both children and professionals grow through consistent support and shared goals.
Behavior Technicians (BTs) work one-on-one with children to help build communication, social, and daily living skills through applied behavior analysis (ABA). The work can be physically and emotionally challenging, but it’s also deeply rewarding. It takes patience, consistency, and genuine enthusiasm for helping children reach their potential — and you’ll be supported every step of the way as you grow into the role.
- Entry Level Behavior Technician Qualifications & Responsibilities:
- High School Diploma
- 1+ years of experience and/or exposure to working with children
- Comfortable working with children or individuals with special needs
- Experience working with children or individuals with special needs (preferred)
- Ability and commitment to complete a 40-hour training course with us to obtain certification
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting
- Maintain a highly professional, positive attitude and demonstrate reliability and punctuality
Must Pass a Background Check
- Provide direct care to clients in both one-on-one and group settings, following behavior reduction plans and protocols
- Collect behavior and skill acquisition data using company-issued tablets and complete daily session notes
- Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, and parents while attending staff meetings and trainings
Entry Level Behavior Technician Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision benefits package
- Paid time off, 10 paid holidays, and a referral bonus program
- Disability insurance and 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid RBT training program with initial and ongoing professional development
- Small caseload for individualized support and quality care
- Company-provided CPR and behavior management training
- Positive and supportive work environment
$17 - $20 an hour
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct one-on-one and group therapy to children using applied behavior analysis protocols. Maintain accurate data collection on skill acquisition and behavior reduction while communicating effectively with the care team.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a high school diploma and possess at least one year of experience working with children or individuals with special needs. Applicants must be willing to complete a 40-hour training course to obtain certification.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 28% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$38k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $40k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$38k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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