Behavior Specialist / RBT – Novato, CA
About The Position
The Behavior Specialist supports students with diverse learning and behavioral needs in school, home, center, and community settings. Using play, games, and evidence-based strategies, the specialist helps children build communication, social, and life skills. The role follows individualized plans designed by clinical leaders, celebrates progress, and involves working in a flexible, on-the-go environment where days vary. No prior experience is required; training and support are provided. The position offers paid training, coaching, and mapped career-growth milestones, with opportunities to pursue a degree through free college or tuition reimbursement.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Enjoy working with children and making a difference.
- Patience, dependability, and compassion.
- Clear communication and ability to work well as part of a team.
- Ability to thrive in structured, school-based environments.
- Flexible availability, especially Monday through Friday afternoons/evenings and Saturdays.
- Proof of MMR and Varicella vaccinations.
- Reliable transportation.
- Comfort working with diverse populations.
- Willingness to complete training and documentation.
- Ability to frequently sit and stand and keep pace with the client.
Responsibilities
- Use play, games, and evidence-based strategies to help children develop communication, social, and life skills.
- Provide support in children's homes, CSD centers, schools, and community settings.
- Follow personalized plans designed by clinical leaders.
- Support students with diverse learning and behavioral needs and celebrate their progress.
- Complete training and documentation.
- Work with families and as part of a collaborative team.
Benefits
- Starting pay of $22–$27 per hour, based on experience.
- Free college or tuition reimbursement.
- Flexible schedules.
- Paid training.
- Recognition and career milestones.
- Consistent weekday schedule with no weekends.
- School-year calendar with holidays aligned to district schedules.
- Collaborative team environment.
- Coaching and mapped-out career growth milestones.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
