AVA CENTER
SEEKING REGISTERED BEHAVIOR TECHNICIANS

Launch a Career Helping Children with Autism.
Pikeville Medical Center Will Provide Paid Training.
No Prior Experience Needed.

If you’re a recent high school or college graduate, still deciding on a major, or just ready for a fresh start in a career that truly matters—and if you love children—consider becoming a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at Pikeville Medical Center’s Appalachian Valley Autism (AVA) Center. The AVA Center is growing and is seeking several good, qualified candidates for its RBT Training Program.

This role isn’t just a job—it’s a calling. As an RBT, you’ll work one-on-one with children on the autism spectrum, helping them gain skills, build confidence, and live their best lives. You’ll be part of a supportive team that believes in compassion, consistency, and care.

And the best part? No previous experience is required. We’ll train you from the ground up—and help you build a future full of purpose.

The Benefits of Becoming an RBT

Through Pikeville Medical Center’s free on-the-job RBT training program, you have the opportunity to earn while you learn:

Earn $13.58/hour during training
Complete training and pass your RBT exam (typically in 6–8 weeks)
Receive a raise to $17.63/hour upon certification

Other benefits of becoming an RBT:

Enjoy a 4-day workweek. Get every Friday, Saturday and Sunday off!
Paid holidays and vacation. In addition, the AVA Center is closed for 3 fully paid weeks during the year.
Excellent health insurance with low premiums
Retirement plan and disability insurance
Knowing that you are making a real difference in the lives of your patients

To qualify, you must:

Be 18 years or older
Have a high school diploma or GED
Have a passion for helping children thrive

What Does a RBT Do?

A RBT is a trained specialist who provides direct, hands-on support to children with autism using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques. At the AVA Center, RBTs work under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to help children with autism develop important life, social, and communication skills. RBTs provide that help by:

Implementing individualized behavior plans – These plans are designed by a BCBA and tailored to the specific needs of the child, often focusing on reducing challenging behaviors and increasing functional skills.
Teaching daily living skills – RBTs help children learn skills such as brushing teeth, dressing, feeding, toileting, and other routines that build independence.
Promoting communication and social interaction – RBTs are trained to use evidence-based strategies to encourage speech, alternative communication (like picture boards or speech devices), turn-taking, eye contact, and appropriate play.
Using reinforcement techniques – Positive reinforcement is used to shape desired behaviors and discourage problematic ones.

Your work as an RBT helps the children in our program, called Learners, unlock their full potential—while giving their families hope and support. Every day, you’ll see the impact of your effort in a child’s smile, their first words, or their first step toward independence.

Ready to Join the RBT Training Program?

If you love kids, believe in the power of compassion, and want a job with purpose and great pay, your journey starts here.

or visit www.pikevillehospital.org/jobs
and search for RBT Student Trainee AVA Center

Learn more about the AVA Center.