Behavior Technician 3, Severe Behavior Services

Easterseals Southern California; Ontario; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in behavioral therapy is seeking a full-time Behavior Technician to provide clinic and home-based therapy sessions. This role involves supporting clients with severe behaviors and requires a Master's degree and RBT certification. The position offers opportunities for career growth, paid training, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

401k

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Unlimited employee referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Preferred 2 years of ABA therapy experience.
• Experience with high-intensity challenging behaviors preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience with challenging behaviors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support participants diagnosed with autism and severe challenging behaviors.
• Provide services at a 2:1 staff-to-participant ratio.
• Assist BCBAs with behavior assessments and skill acquisition plans.

Skills

Passion for therapy services

Experience with special needs

Data collection

Behavioral assessment

Teaching socially appropriate behaviors

Education

Master’s Degree or enrollment in a relevant Master’s program

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification

Job description

Our FULL TIME Behavior Technician role provides CLINIC and HOME BASED therapy sessions to clients exhibiting severe behaviors (clients also receive ABA services in community settings as appropriate).

Are you interested in furthering your career in behavioral therapy and managing severe behaviors?

Easterseals Southern California offers many opportunities for individuals pursuing careers in psychology, behavioral health, or autism services.

Apply today!

What’s great about working in this role?

• Less travel than typical RBT, ABA, and similar roles. Travel time/mileage are compensated (no variance in pay!).
• An opportunity to grow in applying the scientific discipline of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), a skill applicable in many career paths.
• Career growth and advancement in areas like Research, Training, and Assessment.
• Ongoing paid training, supervision, and support. Candidates without experience are welcome to apply and will receive valuable training.
• Benefits include 401k, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO).
• Unlimited employee referral bonuses of $1,500 per referral.

Responsibilities

What we are looking for:

• Individuals passionate about providing therapy services.
• Experience working with people with special needs and an interest in behavioral health.
• Proof of immunization records and TB; must be fully vaccinated against Covid, including a booster if eligible.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening.
• The role involves lifting, carrying, and loading/unloading toys and materials for home visits, as well as frequent walking, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and twisting to observe, assess, and interact with participants.

Work hours:

Monday through Friday, with morning and afternoon shifts available. Both part-time and full-time options.

Specific duties:

• Supporting participants diagnosed with autism and severe challenging behaviors, including aggression, property destruction, self-injury, feeding issues, among others.
• Providing services at a 2:1 staff-to-participant ratio in clinics, homes, and communities. Most services start at the Center and extend to home or community settings.
• Collecting data through direct observation to inform individualized interventions.
• Assisting BCBAs with behavior assessments and skill acquisition plans, including functional analyses and preference assessments.
• Teaching socially appropriate behaviors as per treatment plans, maintaining high treatment integrity.
• Attending weekly team meetings (~45-60 mins) to provide data-driven input within a behavior analytic framework.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• BT 3: Master’s Degree or enrollment in a relevant Master’s program, plus 2 years of ABA therapy experience preferred.
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification required.

Experience:

• At least two years of ABA experience with individuals with autism spectrum disorders or related disabilities preferred.
• Experience with high-intensity challenging behaviors is preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience with challenging behaviors is a plus.

This role is ideal for those interested in Autism, Behavior Analysis, Social Skills, Developmental Health, Psychology, Sociology, Social Services, Childcare, Education, and related fields.

Easterseals is committed to equity, inclusion, and access, providing essential services to over 15,000 people annually. Our mission is to empower people with disabilities, families, and communities to participate fully in society.

Join us in making a difference. Visit easterseals.com/southerncal for more information.