Entry Level Behavior Technician

ACES • , CA

167d • $22 - $27

About The Position

ACES is hiring a part-time Behavior Technician to provide one-on-one ABA therapy to children with autism in center-based or home-based settings. The role focuses on helping children develop communication, social, and problem-solving skills using evidence-based ABA techniques and training. Technicians reinforce positive behaviors, track client progress with a company-issued iPad and data systems, and collaborate with families and supervisors to support each child’s growth. ACES describes its work as evidence-based and data-driven, with clinical support and opportunities for career advancement and mentorship.

The position starts at approximately 15 hours per week, with opportunities to add hours based on availability and business needs. Clinical treatment work pays $22–$27 per hour; non-clinical work such as training, travel time, and meetings is paid at $16.90 per hour. Candidates with an active or inactive RBT certification may qualify for a $1,000 sign-on bonus, while candidates new to the field may qualify for a $500 sign-on bonus by committing to the applicable training program. The role requires completion of paid virtual RBT training and availability during times most needed by families.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Patience, empathy, and a passion for helping children.
• Strong communication skills with children and caregivers.
• Sound judgment in dynamic situations.
• Comfort using tablet-based technology.
• Reliable transportation, a valid in-state driver’s license, and active car insurance; military members and college students may be exempt from the in-state driver’s license requirement.
• Availability during times most needed by families.
• Commitment to completing the paid virtual RBT training program.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children, such as as a camp counselor, nanny, preschool teacher, paraprofessional, teacher’s aide, or childcare volunteer.
• Active or inactive RBT certification (expired certifications do not qualify for the stated $1,000 sign-on bonus).

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one ABA therapy in centers or home-based settings.
• Reinforce positive behaviors using techniques from the training program.
• Track client progress using a company-issued iPad and data systems.
• Collaborate with families and supervisors to support each child’s growth.
• Complete the paid virtual RBT training program.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of $1,000 for qualifying candidates with an active or inactive RBT certification, or $500 for candidates new to the field who commit to the four-week training program.
• $1 per hour increase after the first year for employees in good standing.
• Paid RBT certification.
• Paid training program.
• Career advancement and mentorship opportunities.
• Unlimited employee referral bonuses of up to $500 per referral.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available to many part-time employees.
• Company-issued iPad.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED