Behavior Technician

FirstSteps for Kids, Inc.; Covina (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance with employer contrib

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid time-off (PTO)

Tuition discounts with partnerUniversi

Employee referral bonus program

Employment Assistance Program

Team building events

Career development opportunities

Job summary

FirstSteps for Kids, Inc. is seeking Behavior Technicians (Instructors) to support children with autism and related learning differences.

You will work with teachers, parents, and clinical staff to reinforce early communication, social interaction, and daily living skills, while benefiting from paid training to achieve RBT certification. We provide comprehensive benefits including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, PTO, tuition discounts, and ongoing mentorship.

Qualifications

• We look for "kid people" and related work, study, or volunteer experience demonstrating an interest in child development and commitment to the care and well-being of all children.
• College enrollment or degree strongly preferred.
• Graduate students in ABA may apply as Behavior Technicians and be eligible to receive clinical training and supervision hours toward BACB requirements, based on performance, role alignment, availability, and program needs.

Skills

Child development interest

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

College enrollment or degree strongly preferred

Proof of high school graduation

ABA graduate students may apply

Job description

About FirstSteps

The FirstSteps Team is inspired by the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential. To that end, our mission is twofold: to provide the best evidence-based, behavior analytic treatment to our children diagnosed with autism and related learning differences, and to offer a positive, collaborative, and dynamic work experience for our team. We are steadfastly committed to ongoing training and mentorship of our employees, always motivated to support the next generation of clinical leaders in our field and at FirstSteps. Our greatest reward is witnessing the rapid and joyful learning of our little ones and knowing that together, we are creating more happy days for the kids and families we serve.

The Behavior Technician Position (referred to as "Instructors" at FirstSteps)

There Is Nothing More Rewarding Than Knowing You Are Making a Difference In The Life Of a Child . As a FirstSteps Behavior Technician

• Experience first‑hand a child’s first words, first friend, first shoe tie, and much more
• You will work closely with and learn from teachers, parents, FirstSteps BCBAs, and behavioral health/ mental health specialists
• You will become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with all initial credentialing fees paid by FirstSteps in conjunction with our paid training program
• Want to hear straight from our RBTs about the job and their experiences? Check out our reel series ChatRBT and Day in the Life on IG @firststepsforkids

FirstSteps On Diversity & Equity

We believe that we have a responsibility and an opportunity to contribute to a kinder and more compassionate world by living our values of diversity and equity in all our daily operations. As an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity, equity, and inclusivity in our service delivery with our clients, in collaboration with families and communities, and in our organizational culture and practices with our wonderful Behavior Technicians and support staff.

Behavior Technician Wage Info

Our new team members receive a clinical wage starting at $23+ hour depending on experience and are eligible for multiple wage increases throughout the year.

Behavior Technicians At FirstSteps Access Benefits Including

• Exceptional training, on-going support, & career development opportunities
• Health Insurance with generous employer contribution
• Access to discounted dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous company match
• Paid time-off (PTO) & anniversary PTO awards
• Compensation for drive time, mileage, and data usage
• Tuition discounts with our partner universities offering Bachelor's, Master's, and doctorate degree programs
• Employment Assistance Program
• Employee referral bonus program
• Ongoing team building and community events during and outside of work hours
• Fun, team approach and work atmosphere

Have some "Kid" Experience

• We look for "kid people" and related work, study, or volunteer experience demonstrating an interest in child development and commitment to the care and well‑being of all children

Completed Education

• College enrollment or degree strongly preferred
• We will consider your application with proof of high school graduation and experience in psychology, behavioral health, child development, or mental health field
• Graduate students in ABA may apply as Behavior Technicians and be eligible to receive clinical training and supervision hours toward BACB requirements, based on performance, role alignment, availability, and program needs.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Childhood vaccinations and non-reactive TB test
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, sit on floors and/or child‑sized furniture, and quickly move from a seated position to running stance

For more information about FirstSteps for Kids, we encourage you to visit our website at