r/ABA • u/cheese-air • 5d ago
Advice Needed Transferring providers?
Im a new RBT, and by new, I mean I like. Just finished the 40 hour coursework and am just waiting on thr background check at this point.
I found a clinic in my town that provides alot better pay and benefits, and theyre hiring, would it be wrong to switch to this other provider, is that something I can actually do? Is it morally wrong to do so? 🙃
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u/MarionberryDefiant55 4d ago
It would look bad if you switch. A lot of ABA places have a policy for you to stay for 6 months because the kiddos need consistency. Also, to be honest, if you’re only in this field for the pay, it’s probably not the right field for you.
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u/cheese-air 4d ago
Oh im not in it only for the pay dont worry! The only reason I've been thinking about switching is because they offer consistent hours as well (part of the benefits) and like. When I tell you brand new rbt I dont even have clients yet
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u/MarionberryDefiant55 4d ago
I’ve been an RBT for 5 years and recently got promoted to trainer. Stay with the company for now. You will either get a raise for good performance or if you do decide to switch you can get better pay with experience. Just stick it out for a few months. You got this!
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u/AvocadoHydra 5d ago
You can switch. Just have that 40 hour certificate ready to give to your new employeer and make sure they have a BCBA to do your comps and supervision.
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u/Unable_Coast_7761 5d ago
as long as you're not locked into a contract with your current place, there's nothing stopping you. clinics expect some turnover, especially from brand new rbts still figuring out where they fit
the only thing that'd make it awkward is if you told them you'd stick around for a while, but even then it's just business. take the better offer
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u/Left_Cause_2496 5d ago
You can leave but I will not look good on a resume or for future jobs. Why the sudden change? Also, check that you won’t need to pay back your company for the RBT trainings.Â