Behavior Technicians

What is a Behavior Technician?

A paraprofessional certified in behavior analysis. BTs assist in delivering behavior-analytic services and practice under the direction and close supervision of a BT Supervisor and/or a BT Requirements Coordinator, who are responsible for all work BTs perform. A BT facilitates a friendly learning environment to teach positive skills and reduce challenging behaviors.

Who is qualified to be a Behavior

Technician?

The most important thing you'll need is a passion to serve!

To qualify you must have completed a high school-level education or equivalent and be at least 18 years old. If you have transferable skills, that is always a plus (e.g., babysitter, educator, volunteer work with children).

How do you become a Behavior Technician?

1. Join the BPI team as a Behavior Technician.
2. Complete a 40-hour online training.
3. Work with professional staff for training & observation.
4. Pass the RBT Certification Exam.
5. Now you are a registered Behavior Technician!
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BT Tiers at BPI

Whether you are new to ABA or bring with you years of experience, our BT Tiers make it possible to find the role that best fits you while allowing for professional growth.

Tier I

  • "Welcome to BPI" position

  • Part-time or Full-time

  • Must have completed a high-school level education

Tier II

  • Intermediate position

  • Full-time role of 35 hours

  • Eligible after 6 months as a certified BT through the BACB

Tier III

  • Advanced Intermediate position

  • Full-time role of 40 hours

  • Eligible after 12 months as a certified BT through the BACB

Becoming a BCBA with BPI

If providing ABA therapy is your passion and your sights are now set on becoming a BCBA, we can help you get there. Our Fieldwork Program allows graduate students pursuing their degree to work with us and receive their needed hours to graduate while getting paid to do so!

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  • Receive supervision from the Director of Supervised Fieldwork as well as in-person supervision from the BCBAs and Clinical Director at your clinic as secondary supervisors.

  • Various opportunities for group supervision to discuss topics in a small group with other fieldwork students from your clinic or even across the company.

  • Follow an individualized, comprehensive curriculum with performance measures to ensure objectives are reached and measurable progress is made.

  • Obtain the needed skills to become a professional, ethical, and competent BCBA to ensure a smooth transition into that role when the time comes.

  • Receive a small caseload as an Advanced Fieldwork Student within 6 months of graduating and demonstrating adequate performance across a variety of skill sets.

Interested in learning more about the Fieldwork Program at BPI? Contact us!

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