Autism Behavior Technician

Behavioral Health Works; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental & Vision

Identity Protection

Pet Insurance

AFLAC supplemental insurance

Holidays

Job summary

Behavioral Health Works in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a motivated Behavior Technician (RBT) to deliver in-home and community ABA therapy, track client progress, and engage with families to build skills.

Candidates must have 60 college credits, or 6 months of relevant experience, or an active RBT certification; be available at least 3 days/week, after 3 PM; have reliable transportation and a smartphone for data capture. Part-time 10–15 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• 60 college credits completed or 6 months of relevant experience or active RBT certification.
• Avail 3 days per week for at least 10 hours per week, after 3 PM.
• Reliable transportation to client sessions.
• Access and use of smartphone for data capture.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home & community ABA therapy.
• Track client progress during sessions.
• Engage with children and families; implement behavior support plans.

Skills

In-home ABA therapy

Client progress tracking

Strong communication

Energetic and patient

Education

60 college credits completed

Active RBT certification

Tools

Smartphone data capture

Job description

Join Our Team as a Behavior Technician at Behavioral Health Works!

Why BHW?

At Behavioral Health Works, we’re all about helping children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) thrive through personalized ABA therapy. Our team of BCBAs, Supervisors, and Behavior Technicians work closely with families to build skills, celebrate wins, and make a real impact - all in a supportive, growth-focused environment.

We’re looking for fun, energetic people to join our team as Behavior Technicians/RBTs! You’ll help teach communication, social, play, and everyday life skills using ABA therapy. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to grow with a fast-moving team, we’d love to meet you.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Competitive Compensation - $21.00/hr - $28.00/hr (DOE)
• Part-time employees have access to a wide range of voluntary benefits, including Dental, Vision, Identity Protection, Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Chiropractic Care, Voluntary Life Insurance, and AFLAC supplemental insurance programs.
• Company-Observed Holidays (Non-Working Days)
• Professional Growth - A role where you can keep leveling up
• Flexible Schedules - A schedule with balance
• Travel Reimbursement - Drive supported by us
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reduction for Partnered Universities: All BHW employees are eligible to enroll in bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral-level programs and take advantage of discounted tuition with all of our affiliated universities. Partners include: National University, California Southern University, Vanguard University, Capella University, Purdue Global, and William James University.

What You’ll Bring

• Provide in-home & community-based ABA therapy
• Track client progress during sessions
• Strong communication skills
• Fun, energetic, and able to keep up with active kiddos

Here’s What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 60 College Credits completed OR 6-months of recent work experience with children with developmental disabilities OR an active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification
• Must meet a minimum availability of 3 days per week for at least 10 hours per week, with availability after 3 PM to accommodate client and family scheduling needs.
• You’ll need reliable transportation & must be comfortable driving to client sessions
• Access and ability to use a smartphone or similar device with internet services capable of capturing client session data

Position Requirements

• Stay active throughout the day by sitting on the floor, kneeling, bending, crouching, standing, and frequently transitioning between floor and standing during therapy sessions.
• Bring energy, patience, and professionalism while actively engaging with children, implementing behavior support plans, and ensuring client safety by responding calmly and appropriately to challenging behaviors.
• Lift or assist children and equipment up to 50 lbs. (as required by assigned cases), complete documentation using electronic devices, and travel reliably between assigned client locations.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Expected hours

• Part-time 10 – 15 hours per week

We encourage you to apply if:

• You have 6-months of recent experience as a Behavior Technician (BT), Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Paraprofessional, Instructional Aide, Special Education Aide, Direct Support Professional (DSP), Caregiver, Respite Worker, Youth Coach, Preschool Teacher, Teacher's Assistant, Childcare Provider, Nanny, Babysitter, Camp Counselor, Tutor, Substitute Teacher, Behavioral Health Technician, Interventionist, Social Services Worker, Foster Care Worker, Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), Autism Advocate, Mental Health Advocate, After-School Program Staff, Childcare Volunteer, or in a similar role supporting children and/or individuals with developmental disabilities.
• You are currently pursuing or have completed college coursework or a degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Human Development, Child Development, Sociology, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences, or a related field.

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