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Behavior Technician *PAID TRAINING AND RBT CERTIFICATION

FirstSteps for Kids, Inc. · Los Alamitos, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcare$23/hrFull-time

About the role

The Behavior Technician Position (referred to as "Instructors" at FirstSteps) is a rewarding role where you will have the great privilege of teaching our little ones diagnosed with autism meaningful skills including communication, socialization, self-care, and school readiness. You will work closely with and learn from teachers, parents, FirstSteps BCBAs, and behavioral health/mental health specialists. You will also become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with all initial credentialing fees paid by FirstSteps in conjunction with our paid training program.

Responsibilities

  • Teach our little ones diagnosed with autism meaningful skills including communication, socialization, self-care, and school readiness
  • Experience first-hand a child’s first words, first friend, first shoe tie, and much more
  • Work closely with and learn from teachers, parents, FirstSteps BCBAs, and behavioral health/mental health specialists
  • Become a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) with all initial credentialing fees paid by FirstSteps in conjunction with our paid training program

Requirements

We look for "kid people" and related work, study, or volunteer experience demonstrating an interest in child development and commitment to the care and well-being of all children. Completed Education: College enrollment or degree preferred. We will consider your application with proof of high school graduation and an interest in psychology / behavioral health / child development / mental health. Graduate students in ABA may apply as Behavior Technicians and be eligible to receive clinical training and supervision hours toward BACB requirements, based on performance, role alignment, availability, and program needs.

Qualifications

Ability to lift 50 lbs, sit on floors and/or child-sized furniture, and quickly move from a seated position to running stance

Skills

Show up with enthusiasm and dedication, knowing that your work is creating more life-long opportunities for our kids diagnosed with autism

Believe that our children (and all children) are wonderfully unique and capable of communicating what is important to them and achieving their goals

Benefits

  • Exceptional training, on-going support, & career development opportunities
  • Health Insurance with generous employer contribution
  • Access to discounted dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous company match
  • Paid time-off (PTO) & anniversary PTO awards
  • Compensation for drive time, mileage, and data usage
  • Tuition discounts with our partner universities offering Bachelor's, Master's, and doctorate degree programs
  • Employment Assistance Program
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Ongoing team building and community events during and outside of work hours
  • Fun, team approach and work atmosphere

Pay

New team members receive a starting clinical wage of $23+ per hour depending on experience and are eligible for multiple wage increases throughout the year.

Schedule

Behavior Technicians at FirstSteps access benefits including:

  • Exceptional training, on-going support, & career development opportunities
  • Health Insurance with generous employer contribution
  • Access to discounted dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with generous company match
  • Paid time-off (PTO) & anniversary PTO awards
  • Compensation for drive time, mileage, and data usage
  • Tuition discounts with our partner universities offering Bachelor's, Master's, and doctorate degree programs
  • Employment Assistance Program
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Ongoing team building and community events during and outside of work hours
  • Fun, team approach and work atmosphere

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