Autism Support Technician; Behavior Technician

🌟 Now Hiring:
Autism Support Specialist (Entry-Level) - Also known as a Behavior Technician

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities? Do you have a knack for fostering positive behavior and creating a supportive learning environment? Holding Hands Inc. is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Behavior Technician.

ABA - Behavioral Support

Calabasas, CA. Sessions are completed in one of our clinics, the client’s home, or another community location. We work diligently to schedule clients within 20 miles or 30 minutes (whichever is closer) to your home to minimize commute time.

$21.00 – $25.00 per hour, depending on experience & education.

Part‑time, 15–25+ hours per week.

• Block 1:
  Monday – Friday, 3 pm – 8 pm
• Block 2:
  Monday – Friday, 3 pm – 6 pm
• Block 3:
  Monday – Friday, 5 pm – 8 pm
• Block 4:
  Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 3 pm – 8 pm

As a Behavior Technician, you’ll use Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to support children and teens in reaching their full potential. You’ll work one‑on‑one with clients in their home, school, or clinic, helping them learn new skills and reduce challenging behaviors in a fun, supportive, and meaningful way.

• Work 1‑on‑1 with kids and teens with autism and other developmental needs
• Follow a personalized therapy plan created by our clinical team
• Use play, routines, and activities to help your client grow
• Track progress by taking notes and recording behaviors
• Encourage independence and build everyday life skills
• Celebrate every win—big or small!

We’ll provide thorough training and ongoing support from our caring, multi‑disciplinary team.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 6 months of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (paid or unpaid)
• Must be able to lift at least 10 pounds, sit, and run as needed
• Reliable source of transportation
• Comfortable commuting 20 miles or 30 minutes to client sessions
• Passion for working with children, youth, and young adults with developmental disabilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree
• ABA experience or RBT Certified
• CPR certification in pediatrics and adults
• Experience managing a wide variety of maladaptive behaviors (non‑compliance, elopement, verbal and physical aggression, self‑injurious behaviors)

• Meaningful impact:
  Help students thrive academically and socially
• Professional growth opportunities: ongoing training, development, and mentorship
• Supportive work environment: inclusive, collaborative, and respectful
• DEI training for all new hires
• Great technology (iPad)
• Fully reimbursed Registered Behavior Technician® certification
• Paid travel time and mileage reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Sick/mental wellness time off & Paid Time Off
• Unlimited referral bonus
• Monthly RBT group meetings
• Monthly ABA student meetings for supervision hours
• Annual performance reviews and pay increases

No experience? No problem. If you care about kids and want to grow your skills, we’ll teach you everything you need to know.

Start your journey with Holding Hands today! 💙

Holding Hands is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, promotion, and other conditions of employment on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, gender expression, or military status.

Holding Hands Inc. does not and shall not discriminate based on race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status in any of its activities/operations. We are committed to an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, families, and vendors.

Holding Hands will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Holding Hands is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.