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Behavior Technician - (BT) – Paid Training & Growth Opportunities

Special Needs Network
place Los Angeles, 90001
local_atm $21 - $21 hourly
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Part Time
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English
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Aging
Coping Skills
Minority Health
Racism, Diversity, and Tolerance
Behavior Modification

About Job

Behavior Technician Opportunity and Career Growth Opportunities

ABA Training Provided

Make a Difference in a Child’s Life – Join Our Team!

Are you passionate about helping children thrive? At Special Needs Network, Inc. (SNN), we empower children with autism and other developmental disabilities—especially in underserved communities. Our mission connects disability rights to racial justice, and we’re looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals to join our team.

Now Hiring in Los Angeles CA, and Nearby Areas
We are currently hiring in Los Angeles, CA, and surrounding areas, including Inglewood, Culver City, Koreatown, Downtown Los Angeles, Florence, Watts, South Los Angeles, Downey, Compton, Carson, Lawndale, Hawthorne, Hermosa Beach, and El Segundo, as well as nearby communities.

Applicants must be willing to drive within a 15-mile radius of their home ZIP code to provide in-home services.

What You’ll Do as a Behavior Technician

You’ll work one-on-one with children using play-based ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy techniques to help them learn and grow. Responsibilities include:

  • Supporting social skills like sharing and cooperative play
  • Encouraging verbal and nonverbal communication through interactive activities
  • Teaching emotional regulation and coping strategies
  • Promoting positive behavior using reinforcement techniques
  • Guiding motor skill development through structured play
  • Enhancing problem-solving and thinking skills
  • Encouraging daily living skills such as self-care and following routines

No ABA experience required—you will receive extensive paid training during a required, in-person two-week program.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work Availability Monday through Friday (2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.) and possibly Saturdays (9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
  • Full Availbility for a 2-week paid training (Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
  • Reliable transportation is required for this position. Candidates must be able to provide, upon request, a valid driver’s license, current vehicle registration, and valid auto insurance that includes them as a listed driver on the policy.
  • Comfortable using a personal device for data entry (stipend provided)
  • Physical ability to kneel, run, lift up to 35 lbs, and move quickly as needed
  • Experience with children is a plus (e.g., school, daycare, or after-school programs)
  • Background in Psychology, Child Development, or related fields is a plus

Career Growth Opportunities

We are committed to your professional development.
Behavior Technicians can grow into Mid-Level ABA Supervisor roles or pursue BCBA certification with continued education and support.

Apply Today

Submit your resume directly through this post to be considered for the position.

We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.

Why This Role Matters

Joining SNN means becoming part of a mission that brings hope, support, and real change to families navigating developmental disabilities. Your work helps children reach their full potential and thrive.

#IND1

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Flexible schedule
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program

Application Question(s):

  • Are you interested in building a career in the ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) field?
  • Do you have any personal or professional experience working with individuals with autism or other developmental disabilities?
If yes, please briefly describe your experience.

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How many years of experience do you have working with children?
Please include the type of settings (e.g., school, daycare, after-school program, ABA therapy, etc.).
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Do you speak any languages in addition to English? If yes, please list which language(s).

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)
  • Vehicle Registration (Required)
  • Vehicle Insurance (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Issues

Aging
Coping Skills
Minority Health
Racism, Diversity, and Tolerance

Age Groups

Children (5-10)
Preteens/Tweens (11-13)

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

Behavior Modification
ECT

Modalities

Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

Aviation/Transportation
Intellectual Disabilities/Dev. Disabilities
Racial Justice Allied

Settings

Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Home Health/In-home
Forensic