Behavior Assistant with Team PBS in California

Positive Behavior Supports Corp.; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Pay

Quarterly Bonus

Holiday Pay

Career Growth Pathway

Complimentary 40‑Hour RBT Training

Paid Travel & Mileage Reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Sick Time

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Positive Behavior Supports Corp. in Petaluma, CA, is hiring entry level Behavior Assistants and experienced RBTs for part-time roles with growth to full-time as caseloads expand.

Positions include complimentary RBT training, flexible scheduling, and a clear pathway to certification, with travel as needed and benefits for eligible employees. Join a supportive team focused on helping children with autism in homes, schools, and communities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Bachelor's in Psychology, Education, or related field a plus.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to travel locally if required.
• Ability to actively engage clients during sessions and lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with children with autism using ABA strategies under supervision of a BCBA.
• Implement individualized treatment plans designed and trained by a BCBA.
• Collect and record data to track client progress using PBS tracking tools.
• Communicate with families and clinical teams to ensure client success.
• Attend scheduled supervisions, team meetings and ongoing training.

Skills

ABA therapy

Childcare

Education

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s in Psychology / Education or related field (preferred)

Job description

Entry Level Behavior Assistant and Experienced Registered Behavior Technicians (RBT) Roles

Part‑time positions available with the opportunity to grow into full‑time as caseloads expand.

Why Join PBS

PBS offers mentoring and advancement opportunities for those with career aspirations working with special needs children. As a Behavior Assistant (BA), you can enroll in our complimentary training to become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), as well as Student Analyst (SA) roles if a career as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is in your future. Founded in 2007, PBS is a dedicated ABA provider committed to helping children with autism thrive in their homes, schools, and community. We value our entry level team members through a supportive, flexible, and growth‑focused work environment. PBS believes in training the future of our field to ensure we are providing the best quality services to families in need.

All Roles

All roles are subject to local and state requirements related to licensure, credentialing, and certification.

The PBS Mission

• Create a responsive system that applies the principles of PBS to meet the needs of individuals, families, and organizations we serve to produce quality of life changes that last.
• Develop an organization that attracts the most competent, enthusiastic people and turns them into proficient professionals.

What We Offer

• Flexible Scheduling – Work life balance is a priority.
• Competitive Pay – Annual Raises.
• Quarterly Bonus – $500 for those averaging 25 hours a week for the entire quarter.
• Holiday Pay – Time and a half for working on identified PBS holidays.
• Career Growth Pathway – Advance from Behavior Assistant to an RBT.
• Complimentary 40‑Hour RBT Training.
• Paid Travel & Mileage Reimbursement (if applicable).
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (30+ hours per week).
• Paid Sick Time – Based on state requirements.
• Retirement – 401(k) with company match up to 3%.

Job Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with children with autism using ABA strategies under the supervision of a BCBA.
• Implement individualized treatment plans designed and trained by a BCBA.
• Collect & record data to track client progress using PBS tracking tools.
• Communicate with families & clinical teams to ensure client success.
• Attend scheduled supervisions, team meetings & ongoing training.

Requirements

• High school diploma (Bachelor’s in Psychology, Education, or related field a plus).
• Reliable transportation & willingness to travel locally (if required).
• Ability to actively engage clients during sessions, go from sitting to standing unassisted and lift 50lbs.
• Experience in ABA therapy, childcare, education, or related field a plus.
• Ability to actively engage with clients, sit on the floor, go from sitting to standing unassisted and lift up to 50lbs.

Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today!