Behavioral Health Works·Colorado Springs, Colorado
Provide personalized ABA therapy in home and community settings to children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Track client progress, implement behavior support plans, and maintain professional engagement during sessions.
Join Our Team as a Behavior Technician at Illuminate!
Why Illuminate?
At Illuminate, we’re all about helping children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) thrive through personalized ABA therapy.
Our team of BCBAs, Supervisors, and Behavior Technicians work closely with families to build skills, celebrate wins, and make a real impact - all in a supportive, growth-focused environment.
We’re looking for fun, energetic people to join our team as Behavior Technicians/RBTs!
You’ll help teach communication, social, play, and everyday life skills using ABA therapy.
If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to grow with a fast-moving team, we’d love to meet you.
Why You’ll Love It Here Competitive Compensation - $25.00/hr - $30.00/hr (DOE) Generous PTO for part-time & full-time employees Company-Observed Holidays (Non-Working Days) Professional Growth - A role where you can keep leveling up Flexible Schedules - A schedule with balance Employee Referral Program What You’ll Bring Provide in-home, & community-based ABA therapy Track client progress during sessions Strong communication skills Fun, energetic, and able to keep up with active kiddos Here’s What We’re Looking For Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification preferred; candidates who are not currently certified must be willing and able to obtain RBT certification in accordance with company requirements and timelines.
Recent experience working with children and/or individuals with developmental disabilities Must maintain open and flexible availability across multiple days and times throughout the week to support client scheduling needs, including daytime, after-school, and evening sessions as assigned.
You’ll need reliable transportation & must be comfortable driving to the center and/or client sessions Access and ability to use a smartphone or similar device with internet services capable of capturing client session data Position Requirements Stay active throughout the day by sitting on the floor, kneeling, bending, crouching, standing, and frequently transitioning between floor and standing during therapy sessions.
Bring energy, patience, and professionalism while actively engaging with children, implementing behavior support plans, and ensuring client safety by responding calmly and appropriately to challenging behaviors.
Lift or assist children and equipment up to 50 lbs. (as required by assigned cases), complete documentation using electronic devices, and travel reliably between assigned client locations.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Expected hours: Part-time 10 – 15 hours per week We encourage you to apply if: You have 6-months of recent experience as a Behavior Technician (BT), Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Paraprofessional, Instructional Aide, Special Education Aide, Direct Support Professional (DSP), Caregiver, Respite Worker, Youth Coach, Preschool Teacher, Teacher's Assistant, Childcare Provider, Nanny, Babysitter, Camp Counselor, Tutor, Substitute Teacher, Behavioral Health Technician, Interventionist, Social Services Worker, Foster Care Worker, Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), Autism Advocate, Mental Health Advocate, After-School Program Staff, Childcare Volunteer, or in a similar role supporting children and/or individuals with developmental disabilities.
You are currently pursuing or have completed college coursework or a degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Child Development, Sociology, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences, or a related field. #BTCO
Candidates should ideally hold an active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification or be willing to obtain one. Experience working with children or individuals with developmental disabilities is required, along with reliable transportation and the ability to perform physical tasks.
Market context
Registered Behavior Technician roles in Colorado are often tied to growing demand for ABA and school-based support services, especially for candidates who can work directly with children and meet certification requirements. These jobs can be competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, RBT certification within 90 days, CPR/First Aid, and the physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your child- care experience and certification timeline before applying.
