Entry Level Behavior Technician

ACES (Comprehensive Educational Services); Tracy (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus $1000

Paid RBT certification

Best-in-class training

Career mentorship

Referral bonuses

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Company-issued iPad

Job summary

ACES (Comprehensive Educational Services) is seeking individuals for part-time ABA roles in California. You will provide 1:1 therapy, apply trained techniques to reinforce positive behaviors, and track progress with company data systems.

Ideal candidates are patient, empathetic, and possess strong communication with families. Training and certifications are provided, with opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Patience and empathy for children and families.
• Strong communication with children and caregivers.
• Sound judgment in dynamic situations.
• Desire for a meaningful hands-on career.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 ABA therapy in centers or home settings.
• Reinforce positive behaviors using training techniques.
• Track client progress using iPad and data systems.
• Collaborate with families and supervisors to support growth.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Communication skills

Judgment

Career motivation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Start Your Career with a Bonus!

Earn a $1,000 Sign-On Bonus if you are already a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with an active or inactive certification (expired certifications do not qualify) and can attend our 2-week Main Training Program held Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM-5:30 PM.

New to the field? You may qualify for a $500 Sign-On Bonus by committing to our 4-week Main Training Program, held Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM-5:30 PM.

What You’ll Do

• Provide 1:1 ABA therapy in our centers or in home-based settings
• Reinforce positive behaviors using techniques from our industry-leading training program
• Track client progress using a company-issued iPad and data systems
• Collaborate with families and supervisors to support each child’s growth

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and benefits
• $1/hour increase after your first year (if in good standing)
• Paid Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification
• Paid, best-in‑class training program
• Career advancement and mentorship opportunities
• Unlimited employee referral bonuses (up to $500 per referral)
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available to many part‑time employees
• Company‑issued iPad

Schedule & Hours

This is a part‑time role, starting at approximately 15 hours per week, with opportunities to build additional hours based on availability and business needs.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Patience, empathy, and a passion for helping children
• Strong communication skills with both children and caregivers
• Sound judgment in dynamic situations
• A desire for a meaningful, hands‑on career

Experience working with children is a plus, including backgrounds such as camp counselor, nanny, preschool teacher, paraprofessional, teacher’s aide, or childcare volunteer—but all applicants are welcome.

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or GED
• A passion for supporting children and families impacted by autism
• Comfort using tablet‑based technology
• Reliable transportation, in State valid driver’s license, and active car insurance
• Military and college students may be exempt from in State valid driver’s license
• Availability during times most needed by families
• Commitment to completing our paid virtual RBT training program

Physical Requirements

• Direct work with clients may include, without limitation, the following physical demands: sitting, kneeling, squatting, running, twisting and turning, reaching above shoulders and/or frequent physical transitions. Responsibilities listed are illustrative and may change at ACES’ discretion.

Compensation

• The pay scale provided is the hourly wage range ACES reasonably expects to pay for clinical work (i.e., direct treatment services) performed by team members in the position. ACES pays a different rate for non‑clinical work (i.e., trainings, travel time, meetings, etc.) performed by team members, which is paid at $16.90/hour.

ACES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, age or covered veteran status.

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