Autism Support Technician; Behavior Tech

Autism Support Technician (Behavior Tech)

Holding Hands Inc. is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Behavior Technician.

Pasadena, CA

$22.00 – $28.00 per hour, dependent on experience and education.

Part-Time | 15–25+ hours per week, block schedule options available.

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

• 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!

• 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
• Valid driver’s license, reliable source of transportation, and active auto insurance
• Comfortable commuting 20 miles or 30 minutes to client sessions
• Passion for working with children, youth, and young adults with developmental disabilities

• Associate or bachelor’s degree
• ABA experience or RBT Certified
• CPR certification in both pediatrics and adults
• Experience managing a variety of maladaptive behaviors including non‑compliance, elopement, verbal and physical aggression, self‑injurious behaviors, etc.

• Great technology such as an iPad
• Fully reimbursed Registered Behavior Technician® certification
• Paid travel time between clients and mileage reimbursement
• Paid gap time between sessions
• 401(k) with company match
• Sick/mental wellness time off & Paid Time Off
• Unlimited referral bonus
• Monthly Registered Behavior Technician® group meetings
• Monthly ABA student meetings for individuals collecting supervision hours toward their BCBA/BCaBA
• Annual performance reviews with opportunity for pay increases

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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, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases 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 and shall not discriminate based on race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities/operations. These activities include staffing on cases, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, families, and our vendors.

Holding Hands will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Holding Hands is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.