Behavior Technician

Spectrum Pride LLC•Los Banos, CA

10d•$20 - $24

About The Position

Spectrum Pride is an ABA provider serving the Central Valley, with over 30 years of experience. The Behavior Technician (ABA Therapist) provides clinical skills instruction and behavior-reduction protocols, based on Applied Behavior Analysis, to children with autism and related developmental disabilities in home settings. The position involves direct client care, following individualized treatment protocols, collecting behavioral data, supporting parent and caregiver training, and collaborating with the treatment team. Duties may change at Spectrum Pride’s discretion and are not limited to those listed. The role requires ongoing training and maintenance of required certifications, including CPR, fingerprinting and background checks, RBT training, and company in-services. Part-time and full-time positions are available. Compensation is based on experience, with opportunities for pay increases based on performance; work schedules are flexible.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma.
Reliable transportation and willingness and ability to travel between job sites.
Valid California driver’s license and insurance in good standing.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and lift and carry clients with adaptive equipment.
Ability to lift and carry toys and materials weighing 25–50 pounds.
Ability to maintain varied postures, including kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, and standing, for extended periods.
Ability to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods.
Willingness and ability to restrain, hold, or transport clients and use quick body movements as indicated in a Behavior Intervention Plan.
Manual dexterity to use computers and electronic devices for data collection.
Ability to receive detailed information orally and read and comprehend written communications on computers, electronic devices, and paper.
Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop skills accordingly.
Effective time-management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, coworkers, supervisors, and community members.
Ability to follow organizational policies and procedures and the Behavior Analyst Certification Board code of ethics.
Commitment to client confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA laws.
Commitment to ongoing clinical, professional, ethics, technology, and job-related training.
Ability to interpret and implement clinical protocols.
Must maintain a professional appearance regarding clothing, grooming, hair, and makeup.
No prior experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children ages 0–5 in a classroom or one-to-one setting.
Experience implementing Applied Behavior Analysis principles.
Experience in education, speech, or health services.
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in psychology, education, Applied Behavior Analysis, speech and hearing services, or a related field.
Experience training behavior technicians.

Responsibilities

Provide direct client care using intensive teaching and natural environment training.
Follow prescribed behavioral skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction protocols.
Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
Assist with parent and caregiver training according to each client’s treatment and behavior-reduction protocols.
Communicate with parents and caregivers about client progress as instructed by the Board Certified Behavior Analyst.
Maintain client confidentiality.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.
Collaborate with clients, parents and caregivers, outside professionals, and coworkers.
Attend required training and maintain and acquire technical knowledge.
Complete and maintain required certifications and trainings after employment, including CPR, fingerprinting and background checks, RBT training, and company in-services.