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Behavior Technician *PAID TRAINING AND RBT CERTIFICATION

FirstSteps for Kids, Inc. · Walnut Creek, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteHealthcare$23–$26/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 meaningful skills to children diagnosed with autism including communication, socialization, self-care, and school readiness
  • Work closely with 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

  • 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
  • Have some "kid" experience, such as college enrollment or degree, or 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 strongly preferred. We will consider your application with proof of high school graduation and experience in psychology/behavioral health/child development/mental health fields. 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.
  • Health & Safety Requirements: Childhood vaccinations and non-reactive TB test, reliable transportation, ability to lift 50 lbs, sit on floors and/or child-sized furniture, and quickly move from a seated position to running stance

Qualifications

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.

Skills

None specifically listed, but strong interpersonal and observational skills are essential.

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
  • A fun, team approach and work atmosphere

Pay

New team members earn a clinical wage of between $23 and $26 per hour depending on experience and are eligible for multiple $1 wage increases throughout the year.

Schedule

N/A

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