Entry Level Behavioral Specialist (Paid Training)
The Entry Level Behavioral Specialist at Confidential Client provides 1:1 and group behavior-analytic services to children with neurodevelopmental differences, implementing positive behavior strategies and evidence-based practices under BCBA supervision. This role involves close collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams to foster meaningful progress, supported by comprehensive paid training and ongoing professional development in a supportive, neurodiversity-affirming 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, Healthcare & Nursing.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What We Offer
- Pay Range: $20.87–$28.00 per hour (based on experience & education).
- Part-time schedules with flexible 5-, 3- or 2-day-per-week options and opportunities to pick up additional Saturday hours.
- Fully paid, in-person 2-week orientation and hands-on training.
- Referral bonus: $250–$500 for successful referrals.
- Cell phone stipend, paid drive time, mileage reimbursement (and toll reimbursement in select areas).
- 401(k) with company matching and ongoing professional development (in-person and online).
- Supportive clinical supervision from Lead BTs, ABA Assistant Supervisors, and ABA Supervisors.
- Clear career ladder with advancement opportunities (e.g., BCBA track, Behavior Technician Clinical Ladder, corporate roles).
Your Impact & Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small-group, behavior-analytic services to children with autism and other neurodevelopmental differences.
- Implement positive behavior strategies developed in collaboration with BCBAs.
- Use evidence-based practices to help children and families make measurable progress.
- Accurately document session data to support treatment goals and progress tracking.
- Communicate and collaborate closely with families and clinical supervisors.
- Follow client crisis protocols, including de-escalation techniques and mandated reporting procedures.
Who We’re Looking For
- Experience working with children; autism experience is a plus.
- Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s or master’s degree also accepted.
- Reliable transportation and the ability to travel consistently between client sites (typical radius: 30–40 minutes).
- Comfortable using EMR systems and Microsoft Office tools.
- Compassionate, patient, and committed to a neurodiversity-affirming, strength-based approach.
Our Inclusive Culture
- Transdisciplinary care model — collaborate with BCBAs and specialists in speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, music therapy, physical therapy, as well as pediatricians and other medical professionals.
- Strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming practices that prioritize each child’s unique abilities.
- Commitment to fair hiring: qualified candidates with criminal histories and/or driving violations will be considered consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws (including the California Fair Chance Act).
- This position participates in E-Verify. A post-offer background check and motor vehicle record review are required.
Location & Role Details
- Job location: Glendale, CA (on-site / client-facing; part-time).
- Employment type: PART_TIME.
- Paid training provided; this role requires travel between client homes and community sites within the Glendale area.
- This posting is for a Confidential Client in the Healthcare & Nursing industry.
Note on Data & Hiring Process
- Confidential Client and Careertakes comply with applicable federal and state hiring laws.
- Candidates may be asked to complete standard background checks and verifications after a conditional offer.
- Reasonable accommodations are available during the application process upon request.
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.
If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.
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