Behavior Technician (BT) OrangeAt — Spectrum Behavioral Therapies

Why You’ll Love this Behavior Technician Job!\u202f\u202f\u202f\u202f

Are you enthusiastic and love working with kids? Join us as a Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in Orange County, CA, a role where you’ll make an impact by supporting kids with autism.  

As a Behavior Technician, you’ll work one-on-one with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), helping them grow social skills, build confidence, and thrive, while supporting their families along the way with personalized care.

Pay: $21 - $26 / hour\u202f\u202f\u202f
*pay based on experience

Sign-On Bonus: $500 sign-on bonus paid at your 6-month anniversary.

Schedule: Full-Time & Part-Time options available  
*Part-time availability requirements: We ask for at least 4 weekday afternoons (Mon – Fri, 2:30 – 6:30 pm) OR 3 weekday afternoons plus 1 weekend morning / mid-day shift.

Why Spectrum Behavioral Therapies?\u202f\u202f

• No Weekends: No required weekends, but there is weekend availability if desired
• Cell phone stipend
• Travel time and mileage reimbursement
• Paid Training: Earn your RBT certification with paid training and keep growing with us!
• Benefits: 401K, dental, vision, medical insurance for full-time employees

Ready to make meaningful change that lasts? Apply via direct link here: https://tc1.us/s/tzGNh

Job Responsibilities

• Implement ABA therapy techniques and interventions  
• Conduct engaging one-on-one therapy for skill and social development\u202f
• Set up an exciting environment for the client, complete with therapy materials\u202f
• Attend team meetings to track progress and discuss treatment plans\u202f
• Use data collection tools to measure outcomes\u202f
• Collaborate with the\u202fBoard-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs)\u202fto adjust treatment plans\u202f
• Provide support and guidance to the client's family\u202f
• Document session notes and complete required paperwork\u202f\u202f\u202f

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with children
• Exposure to children/adults with Autism  
• Must reside in Orange County
• Ability to work in-clinic, in-school, and in-home settings  
• Must be willing to drive 25 miles (average of 30 minutes) from the office\u202f
• Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance
• Ability to be active and sit on the ground for long periods of time
• Willing to complete a TB test and Background screening
• RBT certification preferred  
• Bilingual in Spanish, Vietnamese, or Korean preferred
• Bachelor's degree or working towards education in Child Development, Psychology, or related field preferred

Feel free to visit our website: www.sbtaba.com or follow us on Instagram: @sbt_aba 

Get started now - apply today! Direct link here: https://tc1.us/s/tzGNh

Tasks:

Provide direct 1:1 behavior therapy in the home, school, community, or clinic environment

Work with clients between the ages of 2-21 across the autism spectrum

Teach skills in the area of communication, social interaction, self-help, executive functioning, cognition, motor, play, and academic skills

Implement empirically-based strategies that are derived from the principles of behavior

Collect accurate and detailed behavior and program data each session to record and monitor client’s progress towards goals

Follow through on directives given by supervisor(s) pertaining to BT responsibilities, performance, and program implementation

Change diapers when working in the clinic setting

Effectively and calmly manage maladaptive behaviors by utilizing approved behavior modification techniques

Deliver effective treatment based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) such as Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Natural Environment Training (NET), and Verbal Behavior (VB).

Performing physical tasks such as walking, running, jumping, standing, sitting, kneeling, bending by the waist, and carrying up to 50 pounds

Work in a team-oriented environment

Work independently and problem solve challenging situations without support when working alone in the field

Effectively communicate parent concerns with supervisor(s) and handle minor issues

Provide training to parents on how to implement Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) and generalize current/mastered skills

Communicate at least twice a month with supervisor/team regarding questions about cases or updates on clients’ progress

Assist supervisor in designing clients’ program

Set and fulfill performance goals for case quality, clinic quality, and billable time

Always maintain professionalism, including professional behavior and attire

Convert all completed sessions by the end of each day

Attend and participate in team meetings, trainings, and check-in meetings as scheduled

Respond to all company communication and administrative requests within 24 hours

Work beyond scheduled shift if needed

Maintain updated auto insurance policy and driver’s license

Drive personal vehicle to clients’ homes/schools/community locations up to 25 miles from the office

Provide minimum availability of 4 weekday afternoons (2:30 PM – 6:30 PM) or 3 weekday afternoons (2:30 PM – 6:30 PM) and ½ a weekend day (i.e., 9 AM – 1 PM)

Training:

Initial Training: 2 weeks of a combination of in-class (lecture, role play) and hands-on training (interns will work with a child with an experienced staff overlapping them).

1:1 mentor meetings: These are held monthly for the first 3 months and every other month moving forward. At these meetings, supervisors give feedback, additional training, and/or career advice. Interns are encouraged to bring up concerns/feedback, request additional training, etc.

Overlaps: Supervisors will intermittently overlap the intern during their sessions to provide additional training and support.

Learning Outcome:

By the end of the academic internship, the student will be able to reduce the rate of problem behaviors by implementing proactive and reactive behavior strategies, teach appropriate replacement behaviors, teach skills across various developmental domains (i.e., language, social, motor, play, adaptive, cognition, executive functioning, and academic), and be able to interact with colleagues and clients in a professional environment.