Behavior Technician

GRIMM Gastronomiebedarf GmbH; West Covina (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals for the role of Behavior Technician. This entry-level position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with autism. You will engage in play-based therapy, helping children develop essential communication and social skills. With the potential for promotion within three months and opportunities for professional growth, this role is perfect for those looking to start a rewarding career in behavioral health. Join a dedicated team committed to nurturing the unique potential of children in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) after 90 days

Sick leave for part-time employees

Qualifications

• Must have a genuine desire to help children with autism and their families.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support children with autism through play-based therapy.
• Create positive change for children and their families.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Enthusiasm

Reliability

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

Some college education

Majored or minored in psychology or related field

Job description

Overview

Gain rewarding experience with Autism Spectrum Therapies (AST) —part of LEARN Behavioral!

With one in 36 children diagnosed with autism, this entry-level job is in big demand. As a Behavior Technician at AST, you’ll have the exciting role of helping children with autism learn, grow, and build communication, socialization, and self-help skills through a form of play-based therapy known as applied behavior analysis (ABA)!

Who We’re Looking For

Working as a Behavior Technician requires some specific characteristics that we look for, including:

• A genuine desire to help children with autism and their families reach their goals.
• A steady supply of compassion, empathy, enthusiasm, kindness, goodwill, and reliability.
• A willingness to learn about autism, learning differences, and ABA.

What We Offer

At AST, we want to help you reach your career goals. Once you learn the ropes of ABA, there’s potential to be promoted in as little as three months and plenty of opportunities to develop professionally!

• If you work full-time, you can earn up to 15 days of paid time off (PTO) after 90 days of employment.
• If you work part-time, you are eligible for sick leave.

Specifics to This Position

• Working with toddlers to school-age children with autism and special needs in their homes or in one of our centers.
• Education requirements: Some college which can include AP courses, ROP courses, Dual Enrollment, Technical School, Training school, etc.
• Transportation requirements: Reliable transportation
  • Valid Driver’s License and personal vehicle preferred.
• Schedule requirements: Work either part-time or full-time hours between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.
• Earn starting pay at $20/hr and up with experience.
• Become eligible to earn (BCAT) certification.

What You Have

• Meet the minimum age requirement of 18 (on or before the first day of employment).
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Availability to work a consistent weekly schedule: mornings, afternoons, and/or evenings.
• The ability to pass a background check.
• It’s a plus if you:
  • Are bi-lingual, with English/Spanish fluency.
  • Studied, majored, or minored in psychology, education, special education, childcare, behavioral health, health science, or a related field.
  • Have experience working with children, whether as a babysitter, nanny, tutor, teacher, coach, camp counselor, or some other form of childcare.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Gaining training and skills to support a career in behavior analysis, behavioral health, teaching, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, counseling, mental health, and parenting.
• Creating lasting, positive change for children and their families.

Physical requirements vary and are based on specific client assignments. You may be asked to engage in any of the following: push, pull, and lift up to 35 pounds and move quickly, according to client needs. It is necessary to be able to sit on the floor, stoop, stand, walk, and run.

Ready to make a difference in someone’s life, including your own? Apply today.

AST is part of LEARN Behavioral, a collective group of ABA providers dedicated to delivering collaborative care and nurturing the unique potential of children with autism and special needs in communities from coast-to-coast.

LEARN Behavioral is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.