Behavior Technician - La Quinta

Ad Astra Behavior Analytic Services; La Quinta (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Sick leave

Mileage reimbursement

Drive time compensation

Free 40-hour RBT training

Ongoing development opportunities

Performance-based pay increases

Raises tied to availability and RBT

Job summary

Ad Astra Behavior Analytic Services in California is seeking a Behavior Technician to support children and families through ABA programs. You will deliver direct behavioral interventions in clients' homes or community settings, with sessions typically Mon-Fri 3:00 PM–8:00 PM.

The role offers hourly pay from $20 to $27, with potential extra for bilingual Spanish-speaking applicants. You will join a clinical team focused on safety and meaningful progress, with paid initial training, ongoing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and active auto insurance listing you as a covered driver.
• Current negative TB test required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and collaborate with a clinical team.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based ABA interventions to teach new skills and reduce challenging behaviors.
• Help children develop communication, social and daily living skills.
• Maintain reliability, professionalism, and compassionate client focus.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Problem-solving

Creativity

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position Summary

This role is a strong starting point or advancement opportunity for those interested in building a career in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). As a Behavior Technician, you will provide direct support to children and their families by implementing individualized ABA programs focused on skill acquisition and behavior improvement. Services take place in the client\'s home or within community settings, depending on treatment goals. Typical sessions are scheduled Monday through Friday between 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM, with flexibility based on your availability. Hourly pay ranges from $20 to $27, depending on experience and qualifications. Additional compensation may be available for bilingual Spanish-speaking applicants.

Key Responsibilities

Behavior Technicians play a key role in helping children develop communication, social, and daily living skills. In this position, you will use evidence-based behavioral interventions to teach new skills and reduce behaviors that may impact safety or independence. Applicants with coursework or degrees in psychology, education, human services, or similar fields are strongly encouraged to apply. Being successful in this role requires reliability, compassion, professionalism, and a genuine desire to support meaningful progress in children\'s lives.

Qualifications

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid \"driver's\" license, reliable transportation, and active auto insurance listing them as a covered driver. A current negative TB test is required. Strong interpersonal communication, problem-solving skills, creativity, and professionalism are essential for this role. The position may require lifting up to 50 pounds and collaborating closely with a clinical team. In return, we provide competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and a supportive workplace focused on professional growth.

Physical and Cognitive Requirements:

• Frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and transition between floor-level and standing positions throughout the workday.


• Actively participate in developmentally appropriate client activities, including floor-based activities, movement-based activities, transitions, and safety monitoring.


• Safely navigate assigned work environments, including homes, clinics, schools, community settings, and remote/telehealth settings, as applicable.


• Occasionally, lift, carry, push, pull, or move therapy materials and equipment, typically up to 50 pounds.


• Sit for extended periods while providing telehealth services or completing computer-based work as needed.


• Use hands and fingers to operate computers, keyboards, mobile devices, and other equipment requiring fine motor coordination.


• Maintain visual and auditory awareness to observe client behavior, monitor safety, and communicate effectively in both in-person and virtual settings.


• Read, understand, retain, and apply written and verbal information.


• Maintain attention, concentration, situational awareness, and sound judgment in dynamic environments.


• Collect, record, and submit accurate client data and session documentation.


• Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive information.


• Maintain professionalism and emotional resilience when addressing sensitive client or employee matters, complaints, and workplace concerns

Additional Benefits Include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO), sick leave, mileage reimbursement, and compensation for drive time


• Free 40-hour Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training and ongoing development opportunities


• Structured, performance-based pay increases, including raises tied to consistent availability and RBT certification

Incentive Pay Structure

• $1/hour raise after maintaining consistent availability for 90 consecutive days


• Additional $1/hour raise upon successfully earning RBT certification

Cancellation Policy

To protect staff time and earnings, we maintain a clear cancellation policy. Paid cancellations are provided for up to 2 hours of pay if a client cancels within 30 minutes or less of the scheduled start time and/or technician has already departed for the session. We also actively monitor and address excessive client cancellations to protect technician schedules and maintain consistent hours.

Our Commitment

We are dedicated to the success of every Behavior Technician, offering paid initial training and ongoing learning opportunities. At Ad Astra, our mission is to foster a culture of guided independence, delivering an engaging client experience that builds meaningful skills and long-term outcomes for today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation

Ad Astra Behavior Analytic Services is an equal opportunity employer. Ad Astra prohibits discrimination and harassment against applicants and employees based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ad Astra provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. Applicants who need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the application or interview process may contact [e-mail].