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Entry Level Behavioral Specialist (Paid Training)

Confidential Client•Healthcare
Entry LevelPart-timeOn-Site$66,831
Glendale, California
A Day Ago

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.

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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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