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Step Forward ABA

Behavior Technician

Portland, Oregon, United States

Location
Portland, Oregon, United States
Work
Not stated
Employment
Not stated
Level
Not stated
Function
Trades & logistics
Pay
$23.00 – $27.00 an hour (read from the ad)
Posted
3 months ago

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The top of this role’s range, $56K a year, is about the median of $57K for trades jobs in Portland (middle half $41K – $96K, 18 jobs that state pay).

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About the role

Step Forward in Your Career: Behavior Technician Opportunities Available

Join our dynamic team at Step Forward ABA, where we're passionate about empowering individuals with Autism to reach their full potential. As a Registered Behavior Technician, you'll play a vital role in helping children develop essential skills, build confidence, and thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Your Dream Job Awaits!

  • Work one-on-one with children using evidence-based ABA techniques to promote independence, social skills, and personal growth through fun and interactive activities tailored to each child's unique needs.
  • Teaching skills to enhance communication and functioning
  • Implementing and facilitating behavior plans, monitoring outcomes, and adjusting strategies as needed
  • Restructuring environments to support positive outcomes and reduce problematic behaviors
  • Collecting data and maintaining accurate records
  • Communicating with behavior analysts, families, and peers to coordinate activities and advocate for individual needs
  • Completing daily progress notes and maintaining accurate records

Perks and Benefits

  • $300 Sign-On Bonus for active state RBT licensure
  • PTO (and/or Sick time- in compliance with state req) for all employees – Start accruing on DAY 1
  • Health/Dental/Vision - available to full-time employees (30+hrs)
  • Annual celebrations and team events
  • 401(k) with matching
  • Flexible schedule options
  • Professional development assistance
  • Tuition discount for several online universities
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Paid RBT Training Program (select regions)
  • Student Analyst Program
  • Referral program

Pay Ranges Based on Experience & Education

Pay: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Pass a National Criminal Background check
  • RBT Certification (preferred)
  • Completion of RBT certification process within 30 days of employment
  • Reliable transportation
  • Ability to physically engage with children in a fast-paced environment, lifting up to 30lbs and maintaining a safe and tidy workspace.
  • Spanish-speaking skills are a plus but not required.
  • Must be willing to travel and work in-home settings.
  • Childcare (nanny, babysitter, preschool teacher, tutor, etc.) (Preferred)
  • Mental health advocates and professionals (QMHP, behavioral health technicians) (Preferred)
  • Camp counselors, volunteers, youth faith group leaders or youth coaching (Preferred)
  • Degrees in special education, teaching, psychology, sociology, or related fields (Preferred)
  • Experience as direct support, paraprofessionals, or life skills assistants (Preferred)

Source

Posted by Step Forward ABA on their own hiring page, job-boards.greenhouse.io. OptiTalent shows it as published, read 07 Nov 2026 11:55 UTC; the original is the reference.

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