Behavior Technician - Juvenile Detention Center

The Aptus Group; Malibu (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Insurance

Referral Program

Training & Development

Sick Time Off

Retirement Plan

Collaborative environment

Job summary

The Aptus Group is seeking a compassionate Behavior Technician (BII) to support youth in a detention center setting in Malibu, CA. You will work one-on-one with an assigned student to help them meet behavioral goals, in a role designed for meaningful impact.

Pay rate is $24 per hour with full-time hours aligned to school operating schedules. The position offers benefits and opportunities for professional development within a mission-driven team.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• 6 months of experience in behavioral services.
• RBT certification is a plus.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday during school hours.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct behavioral support to assigned student(s) throughout the school day.
• Implement behavior intervention strategies and support plans.
• Assist teachers in maintaining a safe, structured, and learning-focused classroom.
• Support students in meeting individualized behavior and educational goals.
• Collect and document behavioral data, case notes, and progress toward goals.
• Model and reinforce appropriate behavior and coping skills.
• Maintain accurate documentation of daily progress and student behavior.
• Support students with transitions and social-emotional regulation.
• Work collaboratively with classroom staff, school teams, and supervisors.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Spanish (Bilingual)

Education

High school diploma

Some college/Associate/Bachelor preferred

Job description

The Aptus Group is seeking a compassionate Behavior Technician (BII) to join our team and support youth in a detention center setting. In this role, you will work one-on-one with an assigned student to help them meet their behavioral goals. This is a meaningful opportunity for individuals who feel called to make a lasting difference in the lives of at-risk youth.

Pay Rate: $24 per hour

Location: Malibu, CA 90265

Schedule: Full Time (School Operating Hours)

Why Work With Us

• Weekly Pay
• Medical, Dental,Vision, & Life Insurance
• Referral Program & Employee Discounts
• Professional Development and Ongoing Training
• Sick Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Collaborative, mission-driven environment

Requirements

• Comfortable working in a juvenile court school setting with students ages 12-19 years of age who have behavior challenges
• High school diploma or equivalent required; some college, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree is preferred
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification is a plus
• 6 months of experience working in behavioral services
• Availability to work Monday through Friday during school hours
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
• Reliable transportation

Responsibilities

• Provide direct behavioral support to assigned student(s) throughout the school day
• Implement behavior intervention strategies and support plans
• Assist teachers in maintaining a safe, structured, and learning-focused classroom
• Support students in meeting individualized behavior and educational goals
• Collect and document behavioral data, case notes, and progress toward goals
• Model and reinforce appropriate behavior and coping skills
• Maintain accurate documentation of daily progress and student behavior
• Support students with transitions and social-emotional regulation
• Work collaboratively with classroom staff, school teams, and supervisors
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality at all times

*The Aptus Group participates in E verify.

The Aptus Group is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.