Behavior Technician

Overview

🌟 Now Hiring:
Autism Support Specialist (Entry-Level) - Also known as a Behavior Technician. Holding Hands Inc. is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Behavior Technician. Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities? Do you have a knack for fostering positive behavior and creating a supportive learning environment?

Department: ABA - Behavioral Support |
Location: Mid-City, CA |
Compensation: $21.00 - $25.00 / hour

Sessions are completed in one of our clinics, the client’s home, or another community location. We work to schedule clients within 20 miles or 30 minutes of your home to minimize commute time.

• Pay: $21–$25/hr depending on experience & education

Schedule
:
Part-Time | 15 - 25+ hours per week

• Block Schedule Options Include:
• Block 1:
  Monday - Friday 3pm - 8pm
• Block 2:
  Monday - Friday 3pm - 6pm
• Block 3:
  Monday - Friday 5pm - 8pm
• Block 4:
  Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 3pm - 8pm

As a Behavior Technician, you''ll use Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to support children and teens in reaching their full potential. You’ll work one-on-one with clients in their home, school, or clinics. Each day, you''ll help your client learn new skills and reduce challenging behaviors in a fun, supportive, and meaningful way.

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

We provide thorough training and ongoing support from a caring, multi-disciplinary team.

Every child is unique; we tailor therapy to fit each client’s needs, interests, and goals.

Learn more here:

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 6 months of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (paid or unpaid)
• Must be able to lift at least 10 pounds, sit, and run as needed
• Reliable source of transportation
• Must be comfortable commuting 20 miles or 30 minutes to client sessions
• Passion for working with children, youth, and young adults with developmental disabilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree
• ABA experience or RBT Certified
• CPR certification in both pediatrics and adults
• Experience managing a wide variety of maladaptive behaviors (e.g., non-compliance, elopement, verbal and physical aggression, self-injurious behaviors)

Why join the Holding Hands Team?

• Make a meaningful impact: join a team dedicated to helping students thrive academically and socially.
• Professional growth opportunities: ongoing training and development to enhance your skills.
• Opportunities for supervision and mentorship to support career goals.
• Supportive work environment: collaborative team that values diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect.
• DEI training for all new hires.

Additional Benefits

• Technology provided (e.g., iPad)
• Fully reimbursed Registered Behavior Technician® certification
• Paid travel time between clients & mileage reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Sick/mental wellness time off & Paid Time Off
• Unlimited referral bonus
• Monthly RBT group meetings
• Monthly ABA student meetings for supervision hours toward BCBA/BCaBA
• Annual performance reviews with potential pay increases

No experience? No problem. We''ll teach you everything you need to know.

Start your journey with Holding Hands today! 💙

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 for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran''s status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Holding Hands Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status in any of its activities/operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, families, and our vendors. This includes Fair Chance Act statements where applicable.