Behavioral Health Technician

Job description

At Behavior And Education (BAE), people come first. We create authentic relationships that are rich in reinforcement to bring out the best in each other as we learn and grow together. We value lessons learned over errors made, and we are on a mission of continuous improvement to better the lives of those in our care.

We invite you to join our diverse team of talented professionals and use the science of applied behavior analysis to make a positive difference.

Entry-level through senior-level ABA professionals are encouraged to apply. BAE's comprehensive paid training program allows new team members to become certified as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) and certified in Nonviolent Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI). Supervising behavior analysts provide ongoing support and professional development as our behavior technicians advance through experience levels along their BAE career journey.

BAE is known for our supervised fieldwork program and for producing highly skilled and multi-competent behavior analysts. These positions, from behavior consultant through senior (master's level) behavior consultant, allow for accrual of behavior analytic and unrestricted BACB fieldwork hours while developing the professional acumen of a behavior analyst through a scaffolded behavioral learning approach. BAE has partnerships with various Universities to offer tuition discount to BAE employees who are interested in pursuing advanced education.

BAE is proud to be accredited since 2017 by the behavioral health center of excellence (BHCOE). In an independent satisfaction survey conducted by the BHCOE, 92% of BAE staff say that BAE operates in a socially responsible manner, and 86% of BAE staff feel that the organization is dedicated to their professional development.

Entry Level ($18-21 / hr) : New to ABA (0-6 months), may have related experience. Requires frequent supervision and focused training.

Behavior Therapist Level 1 ($19-24 / hr) : Intermediate technician (6-12 months), building ABA knowledge and applying concepts with supervision and advanced training.

Behavior Therapist Level 2 ($20-25 / hr) : Experienced technician (13-24 months), working across diverse settings and age groups. Requires standard supervision per medical necessity.

Behavior Therapist Level 3 ($21-26 / hr) : Advanced technician (25+ months), demonstrating high-level competencies, supporting new hires, and engaging in clinical discussions.

Behavior Consultant Level 1 ($26-28 / hr) : Entry-level behaviorist (80-90% client work) working toward master’s degree in ABA, developing data analysis, programming, and graphing skills.

Behavior Consultant Level 2 ($27-29 / hr) : Mid-level behaviorist (70-50% client work), working toward master’s degree in ABA, writing programs, analyzing data, and emerging in parent training.

Behavior Consultant Level 3 ($28-30 / hr) : Advanced behaviorist (50-40% client work), working toward master’s degree in ABA, self-supervising cases, leading parent training, and drafting reports.

Senior Behavior Consultant ($30-32 / hr) : Master’s-level senior behaviorist (20-50% client work), managing complex cases, supervising multiple clients, and submitting reports.

The Behavior Technician Mission

• Understand and apply the foundational techniques of applied behavior analysis
• Use clinical judgment throughout session to adjust techniques for best learning outcomes
• Offer parent training in a helpful and nonjudgmental partnership with caregivers
• Choose approaches that are respectful, age appropriate, and motivating
• Use a compassionate manner to de-escalate and diffuse, and get back to learning
• Prioritize functional communication and developing replacement behaviors
• Implement goals and collect data with fidelity
• Communicate frequently and proactively with team members

Do you have what it takes?

So many benefits Beyond the fulfillment of the work itself, working at BAE has some great perks!

Currently hiring behavior technicians in the following Southern California locations :

BAE offices are conveniently located in Torrance, Long Beach, Los Alamitos, Montclair, Victorville, and Los Angeles.

ABA therapy is an effective approach to behavior change and skill development. Our clients learn meaningful skills through fun and motivating teaching interactions. In a recent independent survey sent to our clients, 90% of BAE clients indicated the quality of their family's life has improved since their child began services with BAE.

Make a positive change in your life and the lives of others!

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