Behavior Technician BT / RBT (Yuba City) - Part time

Aura Behavioral Health•Yuba City, CA

17h

About The Position

Aura Behavioral Health is hiring a part-time Behavior Technician to work one-on-one with children with autism, using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to help them develop daily living, communication, and social skills. Services take place in centers, homes, schools, and community settings. The company provides new hires with training, including the required 40-hour RBT course, and welcomes applicants who are new to the field. The role involves structured, play-based learning and implementation of behavior intervention strategies under BCBA supervision. Technicians track client progress, provide consistency and structure, and collaborate with families, supervisors, and other professionals. The work requires patience, adaptability, and a passion for working with children.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Strong communication, patience, and problem-solving skills.
Professionalism and a strong work ethic.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel 15–60+ miles to client homes.
Ability to pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, or a related field.
Experience working with children, especially children with developmental disabilities or behavioral challenges.
Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Related experience in childcare, daycare, special education, classroom aide work, direct support, therapeutic support, behavior technology, autism support, pediatric or home health care, youth counseling, social work, mental health technology, or paraprofessional work.

Responsibilities

Engage children in structured, play-based learning to encourage communication, independence, and problem-solving skills.
Implement behavior intervention strategies under BCBA supervision to address language acquisition, functional communication, social skills, daily living skills, maladaptive behaviors, and community safety skills.
Track progress and collect data to monitor each child’s improvements.
Provide consistency and structure to help children feel secure and supported.
Collaborate with families, supervisors, and a team of professionals dedicated to each child’s success.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rates: $22–$24 for new RBTs and $24–$27 for experienced RBTs who have a bachelor’s degree and two years of behavior intervention experience.
$1,000 sign-on bonus for active RBT/BCAT, paid in installments at 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year.
Paid training, including the required 40-hour RBT course.
Access to a private continuing education (CEU) library.
Substitute sessions and assigned training opportunities when clients cancel.
Company-provided toy bag.
Set schedules with long-term client matches.
Drive-time rates and mileage reimbursement.
Monthly technology stipend.
Paid sick time after 90 days.
Unlimited unpaid time off.
Employee referral program.
Employee wellness program.