Behavior Technician (BT) | Palmdale, CA (93551) | Up to $30/Hr | Growth Opportunities

Build a Career as a Behavior Technician
This is more than a part-time job. It is a structured career pathway in Applied Behavior Analysis and early intervention.
At Special Needs Network, you will support children with autism and developmental differences while building professional skills that can lead to clinical and leadership roles.

What You Will Do

• Work one-on-one with children to build communication, social, and daily living skills
• Lead structured play-based learning activities
• Support independence and positive behavior development
• Track data and celebrate progress with families

No prior experience required. Fully paid training provided.

Career Pathway at SNN
We promote from within. Many of our leaders began as Behavior Technicians. Career progression includes:

• Entry-level Behavior Technician
• RBT certification supported by SNN
• BT Trainer
• Supervisor (while completing Master’s program)
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (starting salary $88,000)

As a nonprofit organization, Special Needs Network qualifies under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Your years of employment count toward eligibility.

Job Details
Pay: $21 to $30 per hour based on education and experience
Schedule: 15 to 20 hours per week, afternoons Monday through Friday, occasional Saturdays
Training: Paid 7-day training, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Travel: Up to 15 miles from home ZIP code

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License, vehicle registration, and insurance
• Comfortable with device-based data entry
• Physically able to kneel, run, and lift up to 35 lbs
• Experience with children preferred
• Psychology, Early Childhood, or related background preferred

About SNN
We empower children with autism and developmental differences, particularly in underserved communities. Our work connects disability advocacy with racial equity to create long-term systemic impact.

Apply today and begin your career in ABA.

Pay: $21.00 - $30.00 per hour

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.
• 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.).
• Are you bilingual? If yes, please specify the languages you speak and your level of fluency.
• A current, valid driver’s license is required for this role. If offered this position, would you be able to provide a copy of your driver’s license upon request?

Yes or No

• A current vehicle registration is required for this role. If offered this position, would you be able to provide this document upon request?

Yes or No

• Valid vehicle insurance that lists you as a driver is required for this role. If you are offered the position, would you be able to provide proof of this insurance upon request?

Yes or No.

• Are you comfortable providing one-on-one ABA therapy services in clients’ homes?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person