Behavior Technician (BT)

Behavior Technician

Start Your Career in ABA Therapy — No Certification Required!

Make a meaningful difference while building a rewarding career.

Are you passionate about working with children and making a meaningful difference? Harwood Center is hiring compassionate, enthusiastic Behavior Technicians to provide engaging, one-on-one ABA therapy to young children with autism and other developmental disabilities.

No certification or prior ABA experience required—we’ll train you! With paid training, ongoing support, and opportunities for professional growth, this is a great opportunity to start a rewarding career in psychology, education, healthcare, or ABA therapy.

What You’ll Do

Working directly under the guidance of Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), you will turn therapy into positive, play-based growth:

• Provide 1:1 Therapy: Implement individualized ABA programs in clinic, home, and school settings.
• Support and Celebrate Progress: Collect session data and complete billing documentation using CentralReach software.
• Build Meaningful Relationships: Create positive, respectful, and encouraging interactions with children and their families.
• Create a Welcoming Environment: Help maintain clean, organized, safe, and engaging therapy spaces.
• Work as Part of a Team: Collaborate with BCBAs and other team members to support each learner’s individual goals and needs.
• Protect Privacy: Maintain client confidentiality in line with HIPAA guidelines.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for dependable, compassionate individuals who are eager to learn and make a difference.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED required; college education is a plus
• Employment is contingent on successful
• completion of a background check and fingerprinting
• Positive attitude and strong communication skills
• Comfortable working with children of varying abilities and needs
• Willingness to be physically active, including playing, bending, kneeling, and lifting as needed
• Flexible and adaptable when responding to learners’ individual needs
• Genuine interest in learning and growing in the field of ABA therapy

Why Work at Harwood Center?

At Harwood Center, you’ll receive the training, guidance, and support you need to grow while doing work that truly matters.

• No certification required to start
• Paid training and professional development
• Mentorship and support from experienced professionals
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Consistent weekday schedule — no nights or weekends
• Full-time and part-time opportunities available
• Meaningful, hands-on work where you can see the impact you make every day

Schedule & Location:

• Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Primary location: Harwood Center Clinic (Memphis, TN)
• May include occasional off-site sessions (e.g., schools or homes)

Employment Details

• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly)
• Employment is at-will

Harwood Center is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by law.

Turn Your Passion Into Purpose!

Every day as a Behavior Technician is an opportunity to help a child learn, grow, and reach a new milestone.

Join Harwood Center and start a career where your work makes a real difference in the lives of extraordinary children and their families.

Apply today and take the first step toward a rewarding career in ABA therapy!