Behavior Analyst Trainee (BAT)/RBT - Wilmington

Behavior Analyst Trainee (BAT)/RBT

Cardinal Pediatric Therapies is seeking dedicated team members who want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children while continuing to grow professionally in the field of behavior analysis. 

As a Behavior Analyst Trainee (BAT)/RBT on our team, you will work directly with clients while accruing supervised fieldwork hours toward BCBA certification. Your positive, empathetic approach and creativity will make you a valued member of our clinical team, and each day you’ll find new ways to engage children in sessions that are both purposeful and rewarding.

What You'll Experience:

• The joy of seeing a child light-up when you return for a session.
• Celebrating meaningful milestones alongside grateful families.
• Learning firsthand how evidence-based ABA strategies transform lives.
• Discovering how a rewarding role can evolve into a long-term career.

Your Role & Responsibilities:

• Work one-on-one with children to implement individualized behavior plans designed by a BCBA.
• Collect and record data on client progress and behaviors to ensure accurate tracking and reporting
• Support skill development in communication, social interaction, and daily living for clients.
• Adhere to RBT ethics and the BACB code of conduct while implementing therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with families and other team members to provide consistent and effective support for clients.
• Ensure a safe, supportive environment during sessions and follow all ethical guidelines and protocols.
• Accrue supervised fieldwork hours and receive mentorship tailored to your professional goals.
• Maintain your RBT credential in good standing and track supervised fieldwork hours.

Position Qualifications:

• Active RBT certification or eligibility and willingness to obtain certification within a specified timeframe.
• Bachelor’s degree required; preferably in a related field of study.
• Currently enrolled in, accepted into, or completed a BACB-recognized master’s program in behavior analysis (ABAI Accredited, ABAI Recognized, or VCS) (required for accruing BCBA fieldwork hours).
• Compassion, patience, and genuine enthusiasm for helping children grow.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate in a team setting.
• Current CPR/BLS certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to pass a background and abuse registry check.
• Reliable transportation.
• A Fingerprint Clearance Card may be required, depending on location.

If you’re ready to develop as both an RBT and future BCBA in a supportive, mission driven organization, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Types:Full-time or Part-time.

Benefits:

• Opportunity for supervised fieldwork hours required for eligibility toward BCBA certification.
• Flexible scheduling.
• License and certification fee reimbursement.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Employee referral program incentives.

Work Location:In person.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Cardinal Pediatric Therapies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Cardinal Pediatric Therapies provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.

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