Autism Support Technician; Behavior Technician

Autism Support Technician (Behavior Technician)

Company:
Holding Hands Pediatric Therapy & Adult Services

Location:

East Los Angeles, CA

Compensation: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Schedule:

Part‑time, 15–25+ hours per week. Block schedule options include:

• Block 1:
  Monday—Friday 3 pm–8 pm
• Block 2:
  Monday—Friday 3 pm–6 pm
• Block 3:
  Monday—Friday 5 pm–8 pm
• Block 4:
  Monday, Wednesday, Friday 3 pm–8 pm

As a Behavior Technician, you’ll use Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to support children and teens with autism and other developmental needs. You’ll work one‑on‑one with clients in their home, school, or clinic settings, helping them learn new skills and reduce challenging behaviors.

Typical activities include:

• Work 1‑on‑1 with kids and teens with autism and other developmental needs
• Follow a personalized therapy plan created by the clinical team
• Use play, routines, and activities to help clients grow
• Track progress by taking notes and recording behaviors
• Encourage independence and build everyday life skills
• Celebrate every win—big or small

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Six months of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (paid or unpaid)
• Ability to lift at least 10 pounds and to sit and run as needed
• Reliable transportation and willingness to commute up to 20 miles or 30 minutes for sessions
• Passion for working with children, youth, and young adults with developmental disabilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree
• ABA experience or RBT certification
• CPR certification (pediatrics and adults)
• Experience managing a diverse range of maladaptive behaviors (e.g., non‑compliance, elopement, verbal and physical aggression, self‑injurious behaviors)

• Meaningful impact opportunities
• Professional growth and training, including full reimbursement for RBT certification
• Supportive team culture with DEI training
• Technology provision (iPad)
• Paid travel time and mileage reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Sick/mental wellness time off & paid time off
• Unlimited referral bonus
• Monthly RBT group meetings and ABA student meetings for supervision hours
• Annual performance reviews with pay increase opportunities

Holding Hands is an equal‑opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements, compensation, termination, promotions, and other conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. Holding Hands Inc. does not discriminate based on any of these factors and is committed to an inclusive environment for all staff, clients, families, and vendors.

Holding Hands will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. Background checks are not required until a conditional offer is made. If a conviction is directly related to the job, applicants will have a chance to explain the circumstances or challenge the accuracy of the background report. For more information, visit the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.

Start your journey with Holding Hands today!