Behavior Technician ABA (Working with Kids)

About the role

At Ocean Psychological Services, we are passionate about helping clients thrive through compassionate, high-quality ABA therapy. We are seeking a dedicated Behavior Technician to provide 1:1 support and implement individualized treatment plans. In this role, you’ll work closely with a supervising BCBA, make a direct impact on client growth, and be part of a team that values collaboration, professional development, and positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver direct Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy based on individualized client goals and treatment plans.
• Collect, document, and analyze data during sessions to monitor client progress and guide treatment decisions.
• Attend client team meetings, mandatory quarterly staff meetings, and professional development workshops.
• Create and utilize instructional materials to support therapy goals.
• Facilitate individual and small group social skills training sessions when appropriate.
• Maintain timely communication, including checking and responding to company emails on business days.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (required).
• Experience working with children, help kids learn.
• Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification (preferred).
• Prior experience or strong understanding of ABA principles and techniques (preferred).
• Strong data collection, time management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively and respectfully with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Must be able to provide a minimum of 15 hours of weekly availability between 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM (with flexibility to support weekend shifts if needed).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and actively engage during therapy sessions.
• Ability to stoop, kneel, bend, and lift up to 30 pounds as needed to support client activities.
• Sufficient vision and hearing to monitor client safety and engagement.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly Pay Range: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour (based on experience and qualifications).
• Paid sick leave (in accordance with California state and local laws).
• Eligibility to participate in a 401(k) retirement savings plan (waiting period may apply).
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Mileage reimbursement, where applicable.