Behavior Technician

Autism Spectrum Therapies • Murrieta, CA

274d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Gain rewarding experience with Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST) —part of LEARN Behavioral! With one in 36 children diagnosed with autism, this entry-level job is in big demand. As a Behavior Technician at AST, you'll have the exciting role of helping children with autism learn, grow, and build communication, socialization, and self-help skills through a form of play-based therapy known as applied behavior analysis (ABA)! For over 20 years, AST has provided evidence-based, contemporary ABA therapy to help children, teens, and adults with autism find success. We understand there are many jobs in the market now to consider, but if you're looking for rewarding work and an opportunity to learn new skills that you can use throughout your life, you've come to the right place!

Requirements

• Meet the minimum age requirement of 18 (on or before the first day of employment).
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Availability to work a consistent weekly schedule: mornings, afternoons, and/or evenings.
• The ability to pass a background check.
• Some College (At least 1 college course completed, dual enrollment with a college while in high school or trade school program completed).
• Reliable transportation and a valid Driver's License and personal vehicle preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Are bi-lingual, with English/Spanish fluency.
• Studied, majored, or minored in psychology, education, special education, childcare, behavioral health, health science, or a related field.
• Have experience working with children, whether as a babysitter, nanny, tutor, teacher, coach, camp counselor, or some other form of childcare.

Responsibilities

• Working with kids 18 months to elementary school age with autism and special needs in their homes or on a school case.
• Gaining training and skills to support a career in behavior analysis, behavioral health, teaching, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, counseling, mental health, and parenting.
• Creating lasting, positive change for children and their families.

Benefits

• Earn starting pay at $20/hr and up with experience.
• If you work full-time, you can earn up to 15 days of paid time off (PTO) after 90 days of employment.
• If you work part-time, you are eligible for sick leave.
• Become eligible to earn RBT certification.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree