ABA Behavior Technician

Alora Behavioral Health • Indio, CA

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About The Position

Alora Behavioral Health is hiring compassionate and motivated Behavior Technicians to provide one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) support to children and individuals with autism and related developmental disabilities. Technicians help clients develop communication, social, behavioral, and everyday living skills under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) or clinical supervisor. Services may take place in clients’ homes, schools, communities, clinics, or other assigned settings.

Paid training, mentorship, and ongoing professional development are provided, and prior ABA experience is not required. The role offers a structured career-development pathway, with potential advancement to Lead, Senior, and Specialist Behavior Technician positions. Eligible employees may receive reimbursement for Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) examination expenses after passing the exam, in accordance with company policy. Potential BCBA supervision hours are available for qualifying employees.

This is a part-time position with a minimum availability of 15 hours per week, primarily during afternoons and evenings. Typical weekday session hours are 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and some schedules include weekends. Candidates should be able to maintain an agreed-upon schedule for at least six months. Actual hours depend on client needs and availability and are not guaranteed. Direct client services pay $21.00–$25.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications; paid training is compensated at a separate rate disclosed during hiring.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Experience working with children in a professional, educational, caregiving, or similar capacity.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Availability for at least 15 hours per week, primarily during afternoons and evenings, and ability to maintain a consistent agreed-upon schedule.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
• Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Reliability, willingness to learn, and a passion for helping others.
• Ability to complete applicable pre-employment screening and onboarding requirements, including background screening, TB testing, a physical/fit-for-duty examination, and required health documentation, subject to applicable laws and accommodations.
• Requires criminal background check clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Six months or more of experience working with individuals with autism or related developmental disabilities.
• College coursework or current enrollment in psychology, education, child development, behavioral health, or a related field.
• Previous experience with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
• Experience in childcare, daycare, preschool, teaching assistance, classroom support, after-school programs, tutoring, mentoring, summer camps, youth sports, recreation, babysitting, nannying, caregiving, special education, disability support, behavioral health, or social services.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, one-on-one ABA therapy under the supervision of a BCBA or clinical supervisor.
• Help clients develop communication, social, behavioral, and daily living skills.
• Implement individualized treatment plans using evidence-based ABA strategies and positive behavior support techniques.
• Collect session data, track client progress, and complete accurate, timely clinical documentation.
• Provide services in clients’ homes, schools, communities, clinics, or other assigned settings.
• Collaborate with supervisors, BCBAs, caregivers, and team members to support client progress.
• Participate in ongoing training, professional development, and team collaboration.

Benefits

• Paid training.
• Paid sick leave.
• Tuition discounts through select educational partners.
• Ongoing professional development and mentorship.
• Potential BCBA supervision hours for qualifying employees.
• Eligible employees may receive reimbursement for RBT examination expenses after successfully passing the exam, in accordance with company policy.
• Career growth opportunities through a structured advancement pathway.

What This Job Offers

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