Behavior Technician - ABA / Autism
The Behavior Technician provides one-on-one in-home support to children and teens with Autism or developmental disabilities by implementing personalized behavior plans under BCBA supervision. This part-time role involves data collection, skill development, and family training, offering flexible scheduling and career growth opportunities within a compassionate and ethical care environment.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) / Healthcare & Nursing.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
You will deliver one-to-one, in-home Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children and teens with autism and developmental disabilities under the direction of a BCBA. Responsibilities include:
- Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and skill-building programs
- Collect accurate session data and record progress
- Use evidence-based teaching strategies and positive behavior supports
- Teach and coach parents/caregivers on carryover strategies
- Communicate regularly with supervising BCBA and follow clinical direction
- Travel to client homes (mileage reimbursement provided)
Who You Are / Qualifications
We hire for potential and character as well as experience. Minimum and preferred qualifications:
- MUST HAVE a Bachelor’s degree in any field (per client requirement)
- Desire to work with children and families affected by autism
- Strong attention to detail for data collection and documentation
- Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to client homes
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- RBT certification is a plus — compensation may reflect RBT status
Schedule, Location & Employment Type
- Location: Bell Gardens, CA (in‑home assignments in the local area)
- Employment type: Part‑time (afternoons, evenings, and weekends available)
- Mileage reimbursement for travel between client sites
Compensation & Benefits
- Pay: Up to $26.00 per hour (based on experience and RBT certification)
- Employer-estimated annual pay shown on source: $71,235 (estimated)
- Entry-level training provided — no prior ABA experience required
- Paid sick leave and access to benefits (medical, dental, vision) and 401(k) for eligible team members
- Ongoing supervision, training, and opportunities for career advancement
Why Join
You’ll gain hands-on ABA experience, structured supervision from BCBAs, and meaningful opportunities to make a measurable difference in a child’s life. This role is ideal for candidates seeking flexible, part-time work with clear training pathways into clinical roles.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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