Make a Difference Every Day
Are you someone who enjoys helping children learn, grow, and explore the world around them? Do you find joy in play, connection, and supporting meaningful skill development? If so, Keene Perspectives may be the team you're looking for.
As a Behavior Technician, you'll provide 1:1 support to young learners in our center-based clinic, helping them build communication, social, play, and daily living skills while working alongside a collaborative and supportive clinical team.
Why Join Keene Perspectives?
⭐ Vermont Best Places to Work (2023, 2024, & 2025)
⭐ Behavioral Health Center of Excellence (BHCOE) Accredited (2023-2027)
⭐ Autism Commission on Quality (ACQ) Accredited (2025-2027)
At Keene Perspectives, we are committed to providing high-quality, human-centered, evidence-based services while creating a workplace where team members can learn, grow, and thrive.
About Keene Perspectives
Keene Perspectives is a growing behavioral health organization located in White River Junction, Vermont. We provide center-based early intervention services using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for young children with autism spectrum disorders and other neurodiverse profiles.
We are currently hiring full-time Behavior Technicians (35 or 40 hours per week).
What You'll Do
- Provide 1:1 direct services to young learners ages 2-6
- Implement teaching programs and behavior support plans designed by a BCBA
- Support communication, social, play, and adaptive skill development
- Collect data using electronic systems
- Complete daily session documentation
- Collaborate with supervisors, team members, and families
- Problem-solve and adapt in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Engage actively with children through play, movement, and learning activities
What We're Looking For
Successful team members are:
- Reliable and committed to helping children succeed
- Positive, flexible, and eager to learn
- Strong communicators and active problem-solvers
- Able to work both independently and collaboratively
- Comfortable in a structured yet dynamic environment
- Interested in growing professionally within the field of ABA
Experience working with autistic individuals, children with behavioral needs, or ABA is preferred but not required.
A bachelor's degree in psychology, neuroscience, special education, early childhood education, or a related field is preferred but not required.
When in doubt...apply! :)
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to follow treatment plans and teaching procedures designed by a BCBA
- Ability to utilize electronic data collection systems and complete written documentation
- Ability to maintain appropriate levels of energy and engagement throughout the day
Schedule
Services are provided Monday-Friday, year-round.
35-Hour Position
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-3:30 PM
- Bi-monthly staff meetings until 4:30 PM
40-Hour Position
- Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
- Bi-monthly staff meetings until 4:30 PM
Compensation
Starting pay is determined by education, relevant experience, and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification status.
Starting Hourly Rates
- High School Diploma: $20.00/hour
- Associate Degree: $20.50/hour
- Bachelor's Degree: $21.00/hour
Additional Pay Information
- Onboarding Training Rate: $20.00/hour (first four weeks)
- Behavior Technician Pay Scale: $20.00-$25.00/hour
Training & Professional Development
We provide a comprehensive onboarding and training program designed to gradually introduce you to the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and help you build confidence in the role.
You'll receive:
- Paid training
- Ongoing supervision from Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs)
- Support to earn your Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential within your first six months
- Continuing professional development opportunities
- Opportunities for career growth within our organization
Benefits
Benefits become available the first of the month following your start date.
Time Off & Leave
- Paid Planned Time Off
- Paid Unplanned Time Off
- Birthday Time Off after your first year
- 10 Paid Holidays
- Family Leave
- Vermont FMLI
Health & Wellness
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Headspace for Work Membership
Additional Benefits
- 401(k) with company contribution
- Professional Liability Insurance
- CPR Training
- Safety-Care Training
- RBT Certification Training and annual renewals
- Ongoing professional development
- Up to $400 snow tire reimbursement every three years
Physical Requirements
This position requires the ability to:
- Sit, stand, bend, kneel, and move throughout the day
- Actively engage in play and learning activities with young children
- Lift, carry, and move materials used in daily programming
- Respond quickly to learner needs and safety concerns
Additional Information
We welcome and support applicants from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.
At this time, Keene Perspectives is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment or student visas.
Please ensure our center, located at 92 Farmvu Drive, White River Junction, Vermont, is within a reasonable commuting distance, as services are currently provided in person at our center.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Keene Perspectives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, learners, and families.
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- If offered this position, when would you be available to begin employment?
- What is your desired salary?
- Are you currently authorized to work in the United States? If not, unfortunately your application will not be considered at this time. We welcome and support people of all different backgrounds. However, due to the constraints of being a small company, we are not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment or student visas at this time.
- Employment with Keene Perspectives is contingent upon successfully completing a background check, which may include criminal history searches, reference checks, sex offender registry searches, SSN trace verification, and global watch list searches. Information obtained through the background check will be used solely to determine employment eligibility and will not be used in a discriminatory manner. Do you understand and agree to this requirement?
- How many years of experience do you have working with children, individuals with developmental disabilities, or in a related field? Do you currently hold a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification from the BACB?
- What are you most excited about for this position?
- This position involves active engagement with young learners throughout the day, including sitting, standing, moving, and working on the floor. Are you comfortable performing these responsibilities?
- Are you comfortable supporting learner self-care routines, including diapering, toileting, hand washing, and mealtimes, with training provided?
- Are you comfortable safely supporting learners who may engage in aggressive behavior, with appropriate training and supervision?
- Our most successful team members typically remain in the role for at least one year. Are you able to make that commitment?
- Reliable attendance is essential in this role. How many missed days have you had with your current employer over the past 6 months?
- How did you hear about us? If a Keene Perspectives team member introduced you to this position, please list their name below. Otherwise, write N/A.
- Is there anything else you'd like us to know about you?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- White River Junction, VT 05001 (Required)
Work Location: In person
