Behavior Technician

Join Our Team 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.

Department: ABA – Behavioral Support

Location: Whittier, CA

Compensation: $22.00 - $28.00 / hour

• Sessions are primarily 2–3 hours each and take place in the clients’ homes, community, or at one of our clinics.
• Sessions may be a 20-mile or 30-minute commute.
• Appointment-based scheduling with an average of 20 hours per week minimum.
• Majority of sessions are after school hours until 8:00 pm.
• Weekends are an option between 9:00 am – 4:00 pm.

• Use a model of therapy referred to as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and be trained in evidence-based ABA principles to provide behavioral support for students requiring 1:1 care.
• Offer personalized support in clients’ homes, schools, or clinics.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to implement an intervention plan tailored to each client, while collecting observational data and session notes.
• ABA focuses on reducing target behaviors and teaching new skills and functional behaviors to foster independence.
• Celebrate and acknowledge clients' progress throughout the journey.
• Recognize that ABA is not a one‑size‑fits‑all approach; customize interventions to each learner’s skills, needs, interests, developmental profile, preferences, and setting.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 6 months of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (paid or unpaid).
• Ability to lift at least 10 pounds, sit, and run as needed.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and active auto insurance.
• Comfortable commuting 20 miles or 30 minutes to client sessions.
• Passion for working with children, youth, and young adults with developmental disabilities.

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

• Make a meaningful impact in students’ academic and social growth.
• Work comes from the heart; therapy starts with believing in each individual’s potential.
• Professional growth opportunities with ongoing training and development.
• Supportive environment that values diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect.
• DEI training for all new hires.
• Monthly staff DEI support group.
• Great technology such as an iPad.
• Fully reimbursed Registered Behavior Technician® certification.
• Paid travel time and mileage reimbursement.
• Paid gap time between sessions.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off for sick/mental wellness.
• Unlimited referral bonus.
• Monthly DEI, mental wellness, and RBT group meetings.
• Monthly ABA student meetings for supervision hours.
• Annual performance reviews with pay increase opportunities.

Holding Hands is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate and will take affirmative action to ensure against discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic. Holding Hands Inc. is committed to an inclusive environment for staff, clients, families, and vendors.

Holding Hands will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You need not disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional offer is made. If a conviction is found during the background check, you will be given an opportunity to explain circumstances or challenge the accuracy of the report.

For more information, visit the Civil Rights Department Fair Chance Act webpage.