Behavior Technician, Severe Behavior Services- Full time $26-$28 per hour

Easter Seals Southern California, Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Easter Seals Southern California, Inc. is hiring a Behavior Technician responsible for delivering clinic and home-based therapy sessions to clients with severe behaviors. The role requires at least 2 years of ABA experience and a high school diploma or equivalent.

This position involves providing intervention, collecting data, and collaborating with team members to ensure effective therapy. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills and competence in ABA methodologies.

Competitive pay starts at $26 to $28 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of ABA experience with adolescents/adults with profound disabilities.
• Demonstrated competency in various ABA methodologies.
• Capable of passing a post-offer physical examination and TB test.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy sessions in clinic and home settings.
• Collect data on participant behavior and assist BCBAs with assessments.
• Communicate results to caregivers and attend team meetings.

Skills

Competency in ABA intervention approaches

Basic computer skills

Positive consumer interaction skills

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Crisis Management Training (MCPP Intermediate and Advanced)

Tools

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Overview

Our Behavior Technician role provides CLINIC and HOME BASED therapy sessions to clients that exhibit severe behaviors. Clients also receive ABA services in community settings as appropriate. Are you interested in furthering your career in behavioral therapy and managing severe behaviors? Easterseals Southern California offers many opportunities for individuals seeking a career in psychology, behavioral health, or autism services. Starting pay ranges from $26 to $28 per hour.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

• Supports participants diagnosed with autism and severely challenging behavior of all ages. Challenging behaviors may include aggression, property destruction, self‑injurious behavior, feeding issues, among others.
• Provides services at the participant’s home, community, or center; most participants begin at a center and treatment is generalized to home or community as appropriate.
• Collects data about participant behavior through direct observation and documentation.
• Divides appointments into several treatment intervals with specific interventions and data collection procedures to target individualized needs.
• Assists BCBAs as directed with behavior assessments, skill acquisition plans, functional analyses, preference assessments, and instructional materials.
• Teaches participants socially appropriate behaviors identified in treatment plans.
• Adheres to treatment plans to maintain high treatment integrity and nurture participants’ skills for meaningful outcomes.
• Communicates intervention results to caregivers and team members daily and attends weekly team meetings for participants on the caseload.
• Provides direct intervention with a staff‑to‑participant ratio of 2:1 due to the severity of challenging behavior.
• Completes therapy sessions ranging from 3 to 4 hours, Monday through Friday, and stays 30 minutes after each appointment to finish notes, send daily reports, graph data, and clean up.
• Participates in caregiver training sessions, collecting data on caregivers’ performance and providing feedback to improve implementation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Crisis Management Training is required: MCPP Intermediate and MCPP Advanced. Training will be provided during onboarding. Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of both training levels.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 2 years of ABA experience working with adolescents and/or adults with profound disabilities, including autism.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Demonstrated competency in intervention approaches based on Applied Behavior Analysis.
• Competency in employing behavior analytic methodologies, including discrete trial training, naturalistic teaching procedures, differential reinforcement, continuous and discontinuous measurement, and crisis/emergency procedures.
• Knowledge and physical competency in a formal behavior management safety course, provided through ESSC or an approved affiliate.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Teams, Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.).
• Ability to learn and use an iPad and/or other assigned devices.
• Positive consumer interaction, professionalism, and communication through oral and written skills.
• Cooperative work with participants, families, and diverse groups; ability to maintain a cordial demeanor.
• Interpret and implement ESSC policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Demonstrate good judgment, exercise discretion, and maintain confidentiality on sensitive situations.
• Pass a post‑offer physical examination, TB test, and provide proof of required vaccinations or positive titers; a signed declination may be acceptable for certain vaccinations.
• Obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and FBI per Easterseals Southern California requirements.
• Travel locally; maintain a driving record in compliance with Transportation Safety Standards, auto insurance, and vehicle registration.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (ADA COMPLIANT)

• Carrying/Lifting: Frequent 0‑30 lbs, occasional up to 70 lbs.
• Standing: Frequent up to 4 hours per day.
• Sitting: Occasional up to 3 hours per day.
• Walking: Frequent up to 3 hours per day.
• Repetitive Motion/Activity: Walking, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, twisting.
• Visual Acuity: Ability to view computer monitor and read newsprint.
• Travel: Up to 50% of time.
• Environmental Exposure: Unpleasant or hazardous working conditions (noise, yelling, dust, bodily fluids) 20‑50% of work time.