Entry Level Behavior Technician

ACES (Comprehensive Educational Services); Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 19,207 - 27,355; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

$1/hour increase after first year

Paid RBT certification

Paid training program

Career advancement opportunities

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Join ACES (Comprehensive Educational Services) as a Behavior Technician and help children with autism reach their potential. This part-time role involves providing 1:1 ABA therapy and collaborating with families to support each child's growth.

You will receive competitive pay, opportunities for career advancement, and training support. Ideal candidates possess patience and empathy, with a high school diploma required. The position is based in Walnut Creek, California, starting at approximately 15 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Patience, empathy, and a passion for helping children.
• Strong communication skills with children and caregivers.
• Commitment to completing the paid virtual RBT training program.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 ABA therapy in centers or home settings.
• Track client progress using a company-issued iPad.
• Collaborate with families and supervisors for child growth.

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Strong communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tablet-based technology

Job description

Join ACES as a Behavior Technician! At ACES, we’re passionate about helping children with autism reach their full potential, and we care just as much about supporting our team. We prioritize work/life balance, employee wellness, and clear growth opportunities in a meaningful, data‑driven field. As a Behavior Technician, you’ll work one‑on‑one with children, helping them build communication, social, and problem‑solving skills using evidence‑based ABA techniques. If you’re empathetic, motivated, and excited to make a difference, this could be the perfect fit.

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 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
• Hourly wage range for clinical work; non‑clinical work paid at $16.90/hour

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.

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. 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
• Availability during times most needed by families
• Commitment to completing our paid virtual RBT training program

Physical Requirements

• Direct work with clients may include sitting, kneeling, squatting, running, twisting and turning, reaching above shoulders, and frequent physical transitions. Responsibilities listed are illustrative and may change at ACES’ discretion.

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.