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

FirstSteps for Kids, Inc. • Culver City, CA

14h • $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 offers paid training and support toward Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification; no ABA experience is required. FirstSteps describes its approach as evidence-based and behavior analytic, with ongoing training, mentorship, and clinical support for team members.

The position offers a starting rate of $23–$25 per hour, depending on experience, with opportunities to earn $1-per-hour increases by completing Instructor Development Bundles and 350 hours of direct clinical experience. Multiple bundles may be completed in a year. The role is presented as a potential career path in behavioral health, with opportunities to develop clinical skills and advance.

Requirements

• Childhood vaccinations for MMR and Varicella.
• A non-reactive TB test.
• Access to a reliable vehicle, a driver's license, and vehicle insurance.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to 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 another child-focused or helping profession.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children with autism.
• Provide behavior analytic treatment to children with autism and related learning differences.

Benefits

• 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.
• Opportunities for $1-per-hour increases through Instructor Development Bundles.

What This Job Offers

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