Behavior Technician
Come Advance with us! Advance Behavioral Therapies is a growing company that was founded on the principles of integrity, quality and commitment. We pride ourselves on positively changing the lives of children with autism and related disorders through evidence based practices and a compassionate approach. We have positions available from 15 - 40 hours per week with hours ranging from 8 AM - 7:30 PM depending on your schedule, we offer flexible hours. Must commit to at least 5 days in which you are available between 3:30 -7:30 PM or if you are a student 3 days in which you are available between 12:00 -7:30 PM. Saturdays and Sundays available as well (but not mandatory). Up to $27 an hour DOE.
We offer health, dental and a 401 K in addition to 40 hours of paid training to become a Registered Behavior Technician.
About the Behavioral Technician role:
In this role you will work one on one with children, teens and/or young adults with autism and related disorders in their homes, schools and community. Duties will include the following:
- Take data on observed behavior as trained by your supervisor.
- Implement protocols (e.g. Behavior Intervention Plans) to help reduce challenging behavior.
- Work closely with parents and families of assigned clients.
- Attend trainings on and utilize Applied Behavior Analysis concepts.
- Establish yourself as a fun and reinforcing aspect of your client’s day.
- Work in homes of clients
- Work remotely conducting telehealth appointments
Staff Benefits:
- Opportunity to become a Registered Behavior Technician
- Flexible hours
- Tuition discount through National University
- Several day training prior to working with clients.
- Mileage reimbursement between clients
- Opportunity for some to work toward supervisory positions.
- Opportunity to obtain Supervised Field Work hours from a BCBA toward your own credentialing.
- Sick pay
- Health care benefits
Required Skills:
- Ability to sit and stand throughout sessions.
- Ability to lift 25 lbs
- Transportation to and between client homes (may be up to 60 miles a day)
- Ability to pass background check.
- High school diploma (or equivalent)
- A recent physical stating you are able to conduct the physical aspects of the job and copies of immunizations (must have required basic immunizations)
Desired Skills:
- Experience working with children (the following are common examples): summer camps, babysitting, preschools, elementary education settings, nanny, tutor, after school care, swim instructor, instructional aide, coach, mentor, etc.
- Experience working with children and/or teens.
- Experience working with individuals with special needs.
- An Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience with Applied Behavior Analysis
- Bilingual
Locations: East Bay (Fremont, Dublin, Oakland, Walnut Creek, Livermore, Antioch, etc.); South Bay (San Jose, Palo Alto, Redwood City, Morgan Hill, etc.), and Stanislaus County (Stockton, Lodi, Tracy, Modesto, etc.)
Job Type: Full-time or Part-time
Related keywords: behavior technician, rbt, mental health, behavioral health, mental health technician, registered behavior technician
Pay: $21.00 - $27.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance