Behavior Technician | Help Children Ages 2–13 Thrive | Paid Training & RBT Cert

FirstSteps for Kids, Inc. • Calabasas, CA

5d • $23 - $25

About The Position

FirstSteps is hiring a Behavior Technician to work one-on-one with children ages 2–13 with autism and related learning differences. The role is intended for people who enjoy working with children and want to build a career in behavioral health. No ABA experience is required; FirstSteps provides paid training, pays for RBT certification, and offers mentorship and clinical support.

The position offers a starting wage of $23–$25 per hour, depending on experience. Through the Instructor Development & Engagement Program, employees can earn $1-per-hour increases by completing an Instructor Development Bundle and 350 hours of direct clinical experience. Multiple bundles may be completed in a year. The posting also describes paid drive time and mileage reimbursement, a data stipend, health, dental and vision coverage with employer contributions, a 401(k) match, PTO, and tuition discounts.

Requirements

• Childhood vaccinations for MMR and Varicella.
• A non-reactive TB test.
• Access to a reliable vehicle, a driver's license, and insurance.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, sit on floors and/or child-sized furniture, and quickly move from a seated position to a running stance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in psychology, education, special education, preschool, childcare, coaching, social work, or other child-focused or helping professions.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children with autism and related learning differences.
• Provide evidence-based, behavior analytic treatment to children.
• Build clinical skills through hands-on training and direct clinical experience.

Benefits

• Starting pay of $23–$25 per hour, depending on experience.
• $1-per-hour increases through Instructor Development Bundles.
• Paid RBT training and certification.
• Hands-on training, mentorship, and clinical support.
• Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement.
• Data stipend.
• Health, dental, and vision coverage with employer contributions.
• 401(k) match.
• PTO.
• Tuition discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed