Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) / Behavior Technician (BT)

Therapy and Beyond · Fort Worth, TX Part Time

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Job Description Whether entry-level to the field of ABA or well versed as a RBT, we encourage all candidates to apply and support our mission of helping children with autism build skills for a lifetime of success! We have immediate openings for full-time positions and will assist you through the RBT certification process! As a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) you will provide one-on-one, play-based, ABA therapy services to pediatric and adolescent patients with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Under the supervision of a BCBA, teammates will follow Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) and help patients further develop communication, motor skills, academic readiness, social skills, and independence. Responsibilities: Facilitate 1:1, naturalistic therapy services within a clinic-based environment Track patient progress over time by collecting data and submitting clinical documentation Following behavior intervention plans (BIPs) as outlined by your BCBA Supervisor Communicate professionally and consistently with clinical management and families Assist patients with daily living skills such as feeding and toileting Adhere to patient confidentiality by following HIPAA guidelines Provide behavioral support within speech or occupational therapy sessions Obtain RBT Certification within your first 60 days of employment Why Choose Us: Comprehensive Benefits plans for Full-time teammates Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Company Paid Life Insurance 401k with up to a 5% company match HSA and FSA options Employee Referral Bonus Program Flexible Scheduling (Part-time and Full-time Opportunities) Company Paid Short-Term Disability Paid Time Off Birthday PTO day Company Holidays Support in obtaining your RBT Certification Qualifying teammates can accrue hours towards BCBA certification A fun team culture - themed dress up days on Fridays team outings throughout the year Opportunities for internal growth! Starting Compensation: $18.00-$21.00 / hour Who We’re Looking For: Someone passionate about helping families with autism thrive! Graduates (or a degree in progress) within the field of: Psychology, Special Education, Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Child Development, Social Work & Counseling Someone that is dependable, creative, innovative, and energetic! Individuals with experience in the following fields are encouraged to apply: paraprofessionals, nannies, babysitters, caregivers, teachers or Montessori guides, coaches, tutors, camp counselors Ready to make an impact? Apply today and begin your journey with us!

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $12.93/hr ($26,894/yr). The typical range is $11.12 – $14.51/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $22,381/yr

DFW Median $26,894/yr

Experienced (90th) $36,005/yr

vs. National Median -24.9%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.