Weekend Rbt Jobs in Jackson, MS (NOW HIRING)

Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and family support solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:

• The voice of our children and families always comes first
• Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
• We take great joy in service to others
• Our families and our communities deserve our very best

Canopy has been recognized as a Great Place to Work® for the fifth consecutive year and is one of only nine companies in Mississippi to earn this certification for 2025–2026. At Canopy, employees are committed to fostering a healthy workplace culture built on trust and driven by a shared mission: helping children thrive and empowering families to overcome extraordinary challenges.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive Compensation
• 403b Retirement Plan with Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• PTO/Vacation
• Employee Wellness Program and Counseling Services

Associate Behavior Technician- Position Overview:

• Provides applied behavior analytic (ABA) services to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) under the guidance and supervision of the Behavior Analyst 1 or 2.
• The Behavior Technician (BT) provides clinical services in the clinic and community settings. They maintain a credential as a registered behavior technician (RBT). They are often delegated tasks to support the Behavior Analyst 1 or 2, or Assistant Behavior Analyst 1.

Required Physical & Environmental Requirements: 

• Required Physical Activities: sitting, standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping, lifting, talking, seeing, hearing, kneeling, stooping, bending, reaching overhead, and climbing stairs as needed and repetitive motions. Must have the physical ability to assist in the physical or therapeutic hold of youth when required, following organization approved safety protocols.
• Characteristics of Work: frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, lifting and carrying objects up to 50 pounds. Must be able to respond quickly to emergencies and physically assist or support youth and/or staff.
• Vision Requirements: Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Environmental Conditions: This job requires exposure to both inside and outside weather conditions; the typical noise level for the work environment is moderate to loud noise. 

Job Responsibilities:

• Conducts ABA-Based Individual Therapy in Clinic and Community Based settings.
• Conducts ABA-based group therapy as approved by supervisor.
• Maintains RBT Credential.
• Maintains Valid Driver's License, Current Auto Insurance Coverage, Access to reliable transportation during working hours.
• Gathers all relevant session materials needed for sessions prior to the scheduled time.
• Complete and submit Notes to supervisor within 48 hours of completed session.
• Uses behavior terminology when writing session notes.
• Refers questions that are outside of RBT competency area to clinical team supervisor or other relevant party.
• Communicates effectively through communication note or email about concerns mentioned by parent.
• Assists in maintaining client records, including protocol binder, session data, and all other materials as directed by supervisor.
• Enters accurate session data into the database before the end of the day in which sessions were conducted.
• Makes, organizes and maintains program materials as instructed to do so by supervisor.
• Participates in supervisions on a bi-weekly basis, or as initiated by supervisor.
• Ensures toys are cleaned at end of every session.
• Maintains appropriate organization documentation.
• Communicate with clinical team regarding observed and/or anticipated issues with clients.
• Provides safe physical intervention in accordance to MAB skills when necessary.
• Provide physical assistance to client who cannot care for themselves with certain hygiene functions including but not limited to toileting, diapering, cleaning and feeding. Clients may require diapering due to health, training, physical or mental problems which necessitate the use of diapers. These clients may require changing either on a daily, scheduled basis or on an “as needed” basis. In any event, these tasks should be performed with dignity and respect for the student and in a private, safe, secure setting.
• Knowledge of discrete trial methods; pivotal response techniques, picture exchange system, other appropriate strategies and methods for shaping children behaviors, characteristics of a variety of disabilities, and data collection and usage. Follow written protocols and procedures as specified.
• Participate in staff trainings.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a clinical or educational setting working with children with educational, communication, or behavioral difficulties preferred.
• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Must complete required training modules, competency check, and exam to obtain and maintain registered behavior technician (RBT) requirement within the 90 day Orientation period. 
• Must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid Mississippi driver’s license, a good driving record, proof of legally appropriate auto liability insurance, and must be willing to use personal vehicle for organization business.
• Personal vehicle must be in good working condition and must be available on a daily basis in order to appropriately carry out job duties.