Behavior Technician (Autism Services) -Costa Mesa, Irvine area

Company: Active Steps
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

Behavior Technician - Work with Children diagnosed with Autism

Position Specifics

LOCATION: - -Costa Mesa, Irvine -

SCHEDULE: - - -

Mondays: - -3:30-5PM (Costa Mesa), 5:30-7:30PM (Irvine) -

Tuesdays: - 3:30-5:30PM (Irvine), 5:45-7:45PM (Costa Mesa) -

Wednesdays: - 3:30-5PM (Costa Mesa), 5:45-7:45PM (Costa Mesa) -

Thursdays: - 3:30-5:30PM (Irvine), 5:45-7:45PM (Costa Mesa)

Fridays: - 3:30-5:30PM (Costa Mesa) -

-20 hours per week -

No Experience Necessary!!! Training and Education Provided!!



Active Steps is a small specialist company focused on providing excellent behavioral health services to individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as well as a range of other support and therapeutic services. With a focus on maximizing independence and self-reliance, we believe the best quality of life can be achieved.



Whether you are looking to explore or pursue a career in the human services field or you just want to "make a difference" in someone's life, then this job may be just the perfect fit. We will train and support you in becoming a great Behavior Technician. You will be working with families and their child who have been diagnosed with Autism.



I will forever be grateful for Active Steps as they welcomed me to the team with open arms almost a year ago as my first official Job as a Behavior Technician! I had no experience whatsoever, but my supervisors are honestly the best and have guided me 100% to become efficient and deliver ABA practices to the best of my ability. - Jaquelin Sanchez-Ortega - BT CV



Job Description & Qualifications: -



As a Behavior Technician you will:

- Be energetic and want to work one-on-one with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)---therapy. You will travel to their location whether it be from---a---patient's---home, school, or in one of our Centers.



- Assist Behavior Analysts to implement behavior reduction and skill acquisition treatment plans.



- Assist clients with day-to-day activities, monitor their behavior, record and collect data on client's progress, and communicate with clients.



- You will be assigned to a clinical team and be responsible for implementing treatment plans and collecting data for clients in an individual or group setting.



To be successful in this role, you will display a compassionate nature, empathy, and discretion in your work. You should have excellent communication and time management skills, and be able to develop and maintain relationships with clients, supervisors, and colleagues. Prior experience in a behavioral health setting is advantageous.



Compensation: -$18.50 to $21 Hourly plus paid drive time and mileage reimbursement

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  Free training to become a behavior technician
  
  
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  Competitive Compensation
  
  
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  Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  
  
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  401K Retirement Plan
  
  
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  Monthly Phone Allowance
  
  
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  Computer or Tablet Allowance
  
  
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  Paid Mileage and Drivetime
  
  
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  Paid Time off
  
  
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  Holidays off
  
  
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  Performance bonus program -
  
  
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  Referral bonus program
  
  
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  BCAT / RBT/ ABAT Credentialing reimbursement or Credentialing Bonus -
  
  
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  One on one Career Planning with senior executives -
  
  
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  Free supervision hours towards BCBA / QBA Qualifications
  
  
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  Remote work available -
  
  
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  Employee incentive programs -
  
  
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  Paid On-the-Job Training
  
  
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  Credentialing is provided at no cost
  
  
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  Raise incentives after the first 90 days of employment
  
  
  
  Qualifications:
  
  
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    Certificate, bachelor's, or associate's degree in behavioral health or related field preferred -
    
    
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    Highschool Diploma / GED required -
    
    
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    BTL1 Certificate ( company will pay for the program for those that qualify )
    
    
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    Relevant experience preferred.
    
    
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    Must be physically fit and able to lift and carry 50 lbs
    
    
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    Must be physically fit and able to sit on the floor and stand for long periods of time
    
    
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    Reliable Transportation if working in person -
    
    
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    Commitment to a consistent work schedule for 6 months
    
    
    
    
    
    Visit our website at https://www.active-steps.com/ and Careers page for more information regarding Active Steps and our available positions. There is a great video clip that gives a great overview of the position.

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