Launch your career in behavioral health — and get paid to learn.
Join New York State’s First-Ever Behavioral Health Apprenticeship Program
At The Inspired Community Project (TICP), we believe careers in behavioral health should be accessible, supported, and life-changing — not gatekept.
That’s why we proudly created New York State’s first-ever Behavioral Health Apprenticeship Program: a one-of-a-kind opportunity for passionate, motivated individuals to receive paid, hands-on training while working toward certification as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).
If you’re someone who loves working with children, wants meaningful work, and is ready to build a real career in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), this could be the opportunity that changes everything.
Whether you’re brand new to the field or already exploring the RBT path, this program is designed to help you grow with structure, mentorship, and purpose.
Why This Role Is Different
This is not your average entry-level role.
As a Behavior Technician Apprentice, you’ll be part of our Training & Excellence (T&E) Program — an immersive, paid apprenticeship housed within TICP’s Clinical Department.
You’ll receive:
Paid hands-on trainingA paid 40-hour RBT course50+ additional paid training hours outside the classroomWeekly mentorship from experienced cliniciansReal-world experience with children in a supportive environmentA clear pathway to RBT certificationCareer growth opportunities after graduationBy the end of the program, you’ll have completed the training requirements needed to sit for the RBT certification exam and be fully prepared to take the next step in your behavioral health career.
And once you graduate?
You may have the opportunity to continue with TICP as a full-time salaried team member — or we’ll help support your transition into the next chapter of your career with the tools, resources, and professional connections to thrive.
What You’ll Do
Learn, grow, and make a real impact every day.
As a Behavior Technician Apprentice, you’ll receive training while actively supporting children in a warm, structured, and play-based environment.
Training & Professional Development
As part of the Training & Excellence (T&E) Program, you will:
Complete the 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) trainingParticipate in 50+ paid hours of additional apprenticeship trainingAttend weekly required paid trainings with the Director of Training & ExcellenceSuccessfully pass the end-of-module competency exam for all 4 program modulesParticipate in feedback sessions to help strengthen and shape the T&E ProgramLearn to work ethically and professionally in alignment with the BACB Ethics CodeWorking with Students
You’ll support children in a natural, play-based, child-centered setting while learning how to apply ABA strategies in meaningful, developmentally supportive ways.
You will:
Use behavior analytic strategies aligned with TICP’s mission, values, and child-centered approachHelp create a fun, engaging, and motivating learning environment for each studentSupport children in developing skills related to:1. communication
2. play and leisure
3. emotional development
4. coping and tolerance
5. adaptive and self-care skills
6. social relationships
7. independence and self-advocacy
8. safety skills
Implement evidence-based treatment plans under clinical supervisionCollect data on treatment goals using an online data systemAssist with classroom routines such as:1. snacks
2. packing/unpacking student materials
3. escorting students to/from bus or family drop-off/pick-up
4. daily wellness/health screenings
Support diapering and/or toilet training based on student needsMaintain confidentiality and follow all HIPAA requirements related to sensitive informationWorking with the Team
At TICP, we do not work in silos.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team and will:
Communicate positively and professionally with team members and familiesCollaborate respectfully with others working with the child to help skills generalize across settingsShare updates with the child’s team regarding activities and progress during sessionsHelp maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment by sanitizing materials and centers as neededOptional Leadership Opportunities
We love growing leaders from within. Apprentices may also have the opportunity to apply for:
Young Professionals Board of DirectorsCommunity CommitteesWho You Are
You may be a great fit if you:
Have a high school diploma or equivalentAre interested in, pursuing, or preparing for RBT certificationLove working with children and want to build a career that makes a real differenceAre reliable, motivated, and eager to learnAre creative, energetic, and excited to work in a diverse communityHave strong interpersonal and organizational skillsCan follow through, take feedback well, and grow through coachingUnderstand the importance of punctuality, consistency, and showing up for students every daySchedule
Full-time, on-site40 hours/weekNon-exemptAvailable schedules (assigned after onboarding paperwork is complete):
Schedule A: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PMSchedule B: Monday–Friday, 10:30 AM – 6:30 PMCompensation & BenefitsStarting Rate
$18.00/hour for entry-level candidates with limited or no ABA experienceWhat You’ll Receive
Weekly payrollPaid lunch hourPaid 40-hour RBT training courseMedical benefitsVision benefitsHealth Savings Account (HSA)Commuter benefits401(k)After 90-Day Probation
PTO Total: 6 weeks (31 days)
Discretionary PTO
10 days (2 weeks per calendar year; unused time may roll over)Predetermined Paid Holidays (11 days)
Martin Luther King Jr. DayPresidents DayEmployee Appreciation Day (March)Autism Advocacy Day (April)Memorial DayJuneteenthIndependence DayLabor DayIndigenous Peoples’ DayThanksgiving DayBlack FridayPredetermined Paid Closure Weeks (10 days)
Last week of AugustWeek between Christmas and New Year’sRequirements Before Start Date
To join the program, candidates must be able to complete:
Background checkFingerprintingActive Aspire Registry registrationECETP e-Learning registrationECETP Mandated Reporter Training (free, online, 3 hours)ECETP Foundations in Health and Safety e-Learning (free, online, 5 hours)CPR / First Aid / Emergency Medical Assistance trainingEpinephrine auto-injector trainingPhysical Requirements
This role requires active engagement with young children in classroom and therapy environments. Candidates must be able to:
Frequently move or safely lift children up to 40 lbsSit, stand, bend, kneel, and move throughout the classroomParticipate in floor-based play, sensory activities, and movement-based interventionsWhy TICP?
At TICP, we believe the people doing the work deserve a workplace that believes in them.
This apprenticeship is more than a job — it’s a career-launching opportunity to receive paid training, build real skills, and become part of a team that is redefining what behavioral health support can look like for children and families.
If you’re looking for a place where you can learn, grow, be mentored, and make a difference from day one — we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and start building your future with TICP.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Internship
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)Health insuranceHealth savings accountPaid time offProfessional development assistanceVision insuranceEducation:
High school or equivalent (Required)Ability to Commute:
Bronx, NY 10461 (Required)Work Location: In person