ABA Behavior Technician

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families? Do you thrive in an environment that values excellence? We’re seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as ABA Behavior Technicians!

At the Lovaas Institute, we are committed to delivering the highest standard of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to children with autism and developmental disabilities. Our core values are centered around providing exceptional treatment and fostering a supportive environment for our staff. Learn more about this dynamic and rewarding position here: https://lovaas.com/employment/

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive training geared toward your success
• Supportive supervisors and a collaborative team dedicated to delivering high-quality ABA therapy
• A meaningful career with ongoing support, mentorship, and pathways to advance within the organization.

What You’ll Do as a Behavior Technician:

• Provide 1:1 therapy sessions in home or school settings under the guidance of a supervisor.
• Record data on clients' progress and behavior.
• Implement treatment plans to support clients in developing essential life skills and achieving their goals.
• Collaborate with families and other team members to ensure meaningful outcomes for clients.

Compensation:

• We provide our new hires with intensive support and paid training to become effective and confident behavior technicians. You cannot beat the training provided at the Lovaas Institute!
• Positions offered at $25/hr for direct services with clients
• All field-based training paid at this same rate
• Additional self-guided training, including initial onboarding and online RBT coursework, paid at the tier 2 rate of $21/hr
• Candidates with Bachelors in progress will also be considered; rates are $22/hr for direct service, and tier 2 at $18/hr.
• Pay for drive time between job sites at tier 2 rate. Mileage reimbursement also offered for travel between job sites.
• Retention bonus awarded after 3 months based on meeting established performance criteria.
• Additional bonus pay offered after successfully passing RBT exam.
• Opportunities for advancement within the first year.

Positions available:

• Full Time (school and home based): Monday-Friday 8am-6pm (30-35 hrs/wk)
• Part Time (home based): Monday-Friday 3-6pm & some Saturday mornings as needed (10-15hrs/wk)
• Most positions follow the client’s school calendar with reduced hours during school breaks, with some positions offering summers off (depending on client needs)
• **Candidates must be available without extended time in October for onboarding and training

Locations:

Opportunities to serve clients in one or more communities in the Greater Los Angeles area, including but not limited to:

• Full Time: Westlake, Koreatown, Central LA/Larchmont, Beverly Grove/West Hollywood, and adjacent communities.
• Part Time: Playa del Rey, Westchester, and adjacent communities.

What We’re Looking for in a Behavior Technician:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, self-motivated, creative, and dependable.
• Energetic, animated, and outgoing, with a passion for helping children achieve their true potential.
• Experience working with children with autism or other developmental disabilities is a plus, but not required.
• Bachelor's degree is preferred. Degree in psychology, behavior analysis, or education recommended. Students actively pursuing their degree are also encouraged to apply.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver's license.

Job Type: Full-time

Base Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Will you be available for onboarding and training through Nov. & Dec. without extended time off?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• working with children: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• RBT Certification issued by the BACB (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Los Angeles, CA 90016 (Required)

Work Location: In person