Behavior Support Specialist - $500 sign on bonus

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC; Buellton (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid onboarding

RBT certification support

Job summary

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC in Buellton, CA is hiring a Behavior Technician (BT/RBT) for part-time work with a clear growth path toward full-time. You will deliver 1:1 ABA therapy in home, school, and community settings under BCBA supervision, with weekday availability and a defined local caseload.

Starting pay ranges from $21.00 to $26.00 per hour, with paid onboarding, and a $500 sign-on bonus. Training, supervision, and opportunities to advance into full-time BT roles are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18
• High School diploma or GED required
• Ability to actively engage in child-centered play and therapeutic activities
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 lbs

Responsibilities

• Deliver 1:1 ABA therapy sessions under BCBA supervision
• Implement treatment plans across home, school, and community settings
• Use play-based, individualized strategies to engage children
• Collect accurate session data and progress notes
• Collaborate with families, school staff, and clinical supervisors
• Apply feedback and coaching to strengthen clinical skills
• Support skill generalization across environments

Skills

Child engagement

ABA

Caregiver collaboration

Data collection

Session notes

Team coordination

Session management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Behavior Technician (BT/RBT) - Home & Community (Part-Time → Full-Time Path)

Part-Time with Growth Opportunity | Weekday Availability Buellton, CA | $21.00-$26.00

Start part-time. Build meaningful experience. Grow into a full-time role when you're ready.

$500 sign on bonus, ask for details on payout and eligibility

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Why Behavior Technicians Choose CAS

• Flexible part-time schedule with the opportunity to grow into full-time
• Work across home, school, and community settings
• Paid training and ongoing clinical support-no experiencerequired
• Clear growth paths into Full-Time BT, Lead BT, ABA Instructor, ACS, and BCBA roles
• A supportive team that helps you build confidence before expanding your caseload

Keep reading to see how CAS supports you from your first session forward.

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Our Approach at CAS

At Community Autism Services (CAS), we know that great clinicians don't always start full-time-andthat'sokay. Our part-time home and community roles are designed to provide meaningful experience,strong support, and a clear pathway to increased hours as families and schedules align.

We practice within an assent-based, child-centered ABA model and invest in every team member through training, mentorship, and structured clinical oversight.

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The CAS Experience

What working part-time in home & community services looks like

Flexibility with Growth Built In

• Part-time schedule with weekday availability
• Caseload built within a defined local region
• Sessions may take place in homes, schools, or community settings
• Opportunity to expand into a full-time schedule as additional cases become available
• No weekendsrequired

Training, Support & Growth

• Paid onboarding and hands-on training
• Ongoing supervision from experienced BCBAs
• Paid RBT certification (training, exam, and supervision included)
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Regular coaching and feedback to build skills and confidence
• Support transitioning from part-time to full-time when ready

Team Culture & Recognition

• Be part of a collaborative, supportive team
• Recognition for reliability, flexibility, and growth
• Inclusion in team events, trainings, and celebrations

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Role Overview

As a Part-Time Home & Community Behavior Technician,you'lldeliver 1:1 ABA therapy to children in natural settings, including homes, schools, and community environments. You'll work under BCBA supervision to support skill development and positive behavior change-while gradually building experience and hours toward a full-time schedule if desired.

This role is ideal for individuals seeking flexibility now with theoptionto grow.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver 1:1 ABA therapy sessions under BCBA supervision
• Implement treatment plans across home, school, and community settings
• Use play-based, individualized strategies to engage children
• Collectaccuratesession data and progress notes
• Collaborate with families, school staff, and clinical supervisors
• Apply feedback and coaching to strengthen clinical skills
• Support skill generalization across environments

How Success Is Measured

Success in this role is defined by:

• Consistent, compassionate engagement with children and families
• Reliability across assigned sessions and locations
• Accurate data collection and documentation
• Openness to feedback and professional growth
• Communication and teamwork

Pay Range

• Hourly Rate: $21.00-$26.00/hour (based on education and experience)

Additionalfactors that may increase starting pay include:

• Prior ABA or behavioral health experience
• Higher education or relevant coursework
• Fluency in additionallanguages
• Advanced certifications or specialized training

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Qualifications & Essential Job Functions

• Minimum age of 18
• High School diploma or GEDrequired
• Ability to actively engage in child-centered play and therapeutic activities
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including:

1. Lifting and carrying up to 50lbs
2. Bending, kneeling, squatting, and transitioning between activities and locations
3. Responding appropriately to challenging behaviors, including aggression or elopement

• Reliable transportation and ability to travel consistently within your assigned service region
• Valid driver's license and punctual attendance
• Comfort working across home, school, and community settings
• No prior ABA experiencerequired- we train you

Experience That Transfers Well

• Childcare or education (nanny, tutor, paraprofessional)
• College students in psychology, education, social work, or related fields
• Mental health or human services roles
• Camp counselor, volunteer, or youth program experience

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Why CAS Is Different

• Provide flexibility without sacrificing clinical quality
• Offer real training and meaningful support
• Create clear, supported paths to full-time employment
• Value reliability, growth, and long-term potential

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Not Ready to Make the Jump - but Know Someone Who Is?

We offer $250 external referral bonuses for Behavior Technician referrals.

If your referral is hired and employed with us for 90 days, you get paid.

CAS Referral Program

Sometimes the right opportunity helps someone else take the leap.

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About CAS

Community Autism Services is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to children and families while creating meaningful, sustainable careers for our team members. We believe exceptional outcomes start with well-supported clinicians-through strong leadership, thoughtful systems, and a culture rooted in collaboration and growth.

As part of a nationwide organization, CAS combines the stability of scale with the heart of a community-based provider. Whether you work in schools, centers, or homes,you'll find opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact.