Behavior Technician

BAYADA Home Health Care • Kaneohe, HI

10d • Onsite

About The Position

BAYADA Behavioral Health is hiring a school-based Behavior Technician on Oahu. The role supports school-age students with Autism and other Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (IDDs), using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to reduce challenging behaviors, build functional skills, and foster independence and individuality. The Oahu team works with local school districts, providing care in school settings and matching opportunities near employees’ homes where possible.

New hires begin as Behavior Technician Trainees and can complete the BAYADA RBT Academy and pass the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) exam to become an RBT within a few weeks. The academy offers web-based courses, hands-on training, structured observation, and study guides. No prior experience is required. Starting pay is $30 per hour. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., with weekly pay.

BAYADA describes itself as a non-profit employer and offers a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment, around-the-clock clinical support, and opportunities to work locally, contribute to the community, and grow professionally. Hiring areas include Kaneohe, Kailua, Waimanalo, Town, North Shore, and Central Oahu.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Meet one of the listed education pathways: an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree; 48 college credits including Math 100 and English 100; or a high school diploma/GED and passage of the ParaPro Praxis assessment. BAYADA assistance with the assessment is available.
• Complete the RBT Academy and pass the RBT Exam to become an RBT with BAYADA.
• No experience is necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in working with individuals with Autism and other Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (IDDs).
• Recent graduates, paraprofessionals, skills trainers, and educational assistants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with students in the classroom, following the established service plan.
• Establish and maintain relationships with clients and school teams.
• Respect the values, thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes of clients and families.
• Implement behavior therapy techniques and collaborate with teachers to support students in the classroom.
• Document interventions and progress toward goals.
• Collect behavior data as specified in the client behavior plan.
• Provide training, instruction, and assistance to help students acquire and maintain skills and meet identified goals.
• Support clients in interpersonal skills, developing and maintaining personal relationships, and building independence in their school routines.
• Use Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to support school-age children.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Scholarship and development opportunities, free courses, and on-the-job training.
• Recognition programs and referral bonuses.
• A stable and supportive work environment, around-the-clock clinical support, and a caring team environment.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness partner.

What This Job Offers

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