Registered Behavior Technician - Part Time (Sacramento East)

About the role

Aura is founded and led by clinicians whose goal is fostering hope for children and families impacted by Autism. Join us as an RBT and help us change lives every day!

Responsibilities

• Engage children in structured, play-based learning to encourage communication, independence, and problem-solving skills.
• Implement behavior intervention strategies under the supervision of a BCBA to address and improve:
• Language acquisition
• Functional communication training
• Social skills training
• Daily living skills
• Reducing maladaptive behaviors
• Community safety skills
• Track progress and collect data to monitor each child’s improvements.
• Provide consistency and structure to help children feel secure and supported.
• Collaborate with families, supervisors, and a team of professionals dedicated to each child’s success.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s in psychology, education, or related field is a plus.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience working with children, especially those with developmental disabilities or behavioral challenges is highly preferred.
• Ideal related work experience includes (but is not limited to) childcare, daycare, special education, classroom aide, direct support specialist, therapeutic support specialist, behavior technician, autism support specialist, pediatric, home health aide, youth counselor, social work, mental health tech, and paraprofessional.
• Experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is highly preferred.
• Strong communication, patience, and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Must be professional and have a strong work ethic.
• Reliable transportation and a willingness to travel to client homes is required.
• Must be able to pass a background check.

Qualifications

• Must be certified as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT).
• Must be willing to complete the required 40-hour RBT course.

Skills

• Patience
• Adaptability
• Patient listening
• Problem-solving
• Communication
• Passion for working with children

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates for brand new RBTs - $22-24/hour
• Experienced RBTs hourly rates range from $24-27 per hour
• Sign-on bonus for active RBT/BCAT of $1000 (Dispersed in parts during employment, $250 at 3 months, $250 at 6 months and $500 at 1 year)
• Paid training including the required 40-hour RBT course
• Ongoing access to our private CEU (clinical training) library for continued learning and growth
• Client cancellation work options including substitute sessions and assigned training opportunities
• Set schedules with long-term client matches for profound impact
• Competitive drive time rates and mileage reimbursement
• Monthly technology stipend to help pay for your devices and service fees
• Paid sick time (after 90 days) and unlimited unpaid time off
• Employee referral program
• Employee wellness program

Pay

• Brand new RBTs: $22-24/hour
• Experienced RBTs: $24-27/hour
• Sign-on bonus for active RBT/BCAT: $1000 (Dispersed in parts during employment, $250 at 3 months, $250 at 6 months and $500 at 1 year)

Schedule

• Flexible scheduling options available
• Set schedules with long-term client matches for profound impact