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Behavior Interventionist - Make a Difference!

Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis
place Los Angeles, 90081
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local_atm $20 - $28 an hour
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE—EVERY DAY

As a Behavior Interventionist with IABA, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful, lasting impact in the lives of children and adolescents with developmental disabilities, including Autism. You’ll work directly with clients and families to implement individualized treatment plans, support skill development, and help each client reach their fullest potential.

Using the evidence-based principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), you’ll provide one-on-one support in the home, school, and community. IABA proudly uses positive-only methods to encourage desired behaviors while strengthening play, self-care, cognitive, social, and communication skills.

For over 40 years, IABA has delivered high-quality, person-centered services to children and families across California. We take pride in our work, value our staff, and actively advocate for the community we serve.

WHY JOIN IABA?

  • Paid, hands-on training, including shadowing with an experienced supervisor
  • Frequent and encouraged growth opportunities
  • Supportive leadership and strong clinical mentorship
  • A mission-driven organization that values ethics, compassion, and impact

POSITION DETAILS

Wage Range: $20–$28 per hour
Location: Greater Los Angeles Area
(Open cases in Downtown LA, Hollywood, Santa Monica, Culver City, Inglewood, South LA, Huntington Park, and surrounding areas)

Schedule Options

Full-Time: 30+ hours per week

  • Recommended: Monday–Friday 8:00am–6:30pm + ½ weekend day
  • Minimum: Monday–Friday 8:00am–3:00pm

Part-Time Options:

  • Monday / Wednesday / Friday: 8:00am–3:00pm

or

  • Tuesday / Thursday: 8:00am–3:00pm

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct one-on-one ABA therapy sessions in homes and schools
  • Support clients with academic and daily living activities
  • Teach adaptive play, self-care, cognitive, social, and communication skills
  • Encourage positive behaviors through reinforcement strategies
  • Collect and analyze data to monitor progress and outcomes
  • Maintain a safe, supportive, and engaging environment
  • Advocate for individuals with disabilities across settings
  • Uphold the highest ethical and professional standards

REQUIREMENTS

  • U.S. work authorization
  • Ability to pass a criminal background check
  • Negative TB test results
  • Reliable computer and daily internet access
  • Reliable transportation, valid CA driver’s license, and proof of auto insurance
  • Willingness to travel throughout the LA area
  • Genuine enthusiasm for working with children and adolescents
  • Patience, empathy, and the ability to have fun and be playful
  • Commitment to IABA’s positive-only methods and mission
  • Strong reliability and consistency in attendance
  • Physical ability to lift up to 45 lbs and engage in active play (running, bending, squatting, kneeling, floor play, etc.)
  • Willingness to work with clients ages 2–23, across all behavior and support needs (including hygiene, feeding, and mobility support)

BENEFITS

  • Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off (vacation and sick time)
  • Paid training and ongoing professional development
  • Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • Frequent opportunities for advancement and recognition
  • Potential to earn BCBA supervision hours and certifications
  • Ongoing support and mentorship from experienced IABA supervisors

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan

Application Question(s):

  • Have you ever been convicted/pled guilty to, plead no contest to, or admitted to any crime, but limited to, sex-related or child abuse-related offenses?

Work Location: On the road

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Issues

Aging

Age Groups

Children (5-10)
Adolescents/Teenagers (14-19)

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

Behavior Modification
ECT

Modalities

Individuals

Practice Specifics

Populations

Inmates
Victims of Crime/Abuse (VOC/VOA)
Aviation/Transportation
Intellectual Disabilities/Dev. Disabilities

Settings

In-patient Non-Psychiatric
In-patient Psychiatric
Milieu
Schools
Home Health/In-home