Behavior Consultant

DREAM BIG CHILDRENS CENTER • Monrovia, CA

18d • $28 - $35 • Hybrid

About The Position

Dream Big Children’s Center is hiring a Behavior Consultant to support children and families through in-center, 1:1 play-based autism therapy for children ages 18 months to 5 years. The role works under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) to assess children’s needs, develop individualized treatment plans, and monitor progress. The Behavior Consultant coaches and mentors Behavior Therapists, collaborates with families, and helps translate clinical goals into meaningful learning opportunities throughout each child’s day.

This is a full-time position based at the Monrovia Center, with four days in-center and one remote workday per week. Workdays range from six to eight hours within center operating hours of 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Compensation is $28–$35 per hour, based on experience.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in psychology or a related field from an accredited institution, or completion of at least 12 units of Applied Behavior Analysis coursework.
• At least two years of experience providing ABA services to children with autism.
• Clear communication and a collaborative approach with families and team members.
• A commitment to compassionate, individualized care and an inclusive center environment.
• Completion of required TB testing and Live Scan clearance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional behavior assessments under the supervision of a BCBA.
• Develop individualized treatment plans emphasizing naturalistic ABA under the supervision of a BCBA.
• Coach Behavior Therapists in implementing treatment plans through modeling, feedback, and reinforcement strategies.
• Mentor Behavior Therapists and support their development in delivering effective, compassionate ABA services.
• Review client data weekly, monitor progress, and discuss findings and recommended adjustments with the supervising BCBA.
• Write progress reports as required by funding sources.
• Build collaborative relationships with children, parents, and caregivers, helping families incorporate ABA strategies into everyday routines.
• Meet weekly with the supervising BCBA to review client progress and therapist performance.
• Collaborate with the clinical team and participate in ongoing training and team meetings.
• Maintain accurate records of hours worked, obtain required guardian signatures, and submit timesheets on time.

Benefits

• Paid CEU support.
• Seven paid holidays, five days of sick time, and approximately one week of accrued PTO annually.
• Employer contributions toward medical coverage, with HMO and PPO options through carriers including Kaiser, Anthem, Health Net, and UnitedHealthcare.
• 401(k) program with a 4% company match on employee contributions.
• Company-provided laptop and technology stipend.
• Clinical support and opportunities for career growth through coaching, mentoring, and in-house training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level