School Based Behavior Technician

?? Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available in the Cerritos and surrounding areas!

?? $20–$26 per Hour

?? Monday–Friday | School-Day Schedule Only

??? Enjoy evenings, weekends, holidays, and school breaks off!

Are you passionate about helping students succeed? Do you have a heart for working with children and adolescents who need extra support? Join Amergis and become a positive force in a student's educational journey!

For over 35 years, Amergis has connected compassionate professionals with meaningful opportunities in schools and communities nationwide. As a Behavioral Aide, you'll play a critical role in helping students build confidence, develop essential life skills, and thrive both academically and socially.

?? Why You'll Love This Role

As a Behavioral Aide, you'll provide individualized support to students with behavioral, developmental, social-emotional, and academic needs. Every day is an opportunity to make a lasting impact while working alongside educators and support teams dedicated to student success.

Whether you're an experienced behavioral professional, paraprofessional, childcare worker, coach, caregiver, or someone looking to start a rewarding career in education, we'd love to connect with you!

?? What You'll Be Doing

• Provide one-on-one and classroom-based support throughout the school day

• Assist students in developing social, communication, behavioral, and daily living skills

• Implement behavior intervention strategies under the guidance of school staff

• Use positive reinforcement and de-escalation techniques to support student success

• Assist with lunch periods, restroom needs, and diaper changes when needed

• Monitor, document, and communicate student progress and behavior

• Collaborate with teachers, special education staff, therapists, and families

• Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment

? We're Looking For Someone Who Is:

• Patient, compassionate, and passionate about helping students grow

• Dependable, professional, and positive

• Calm under pressure and adaptable to changing situations

• A strong communicator and team player

• Dedicated to building supportive relationships with students and staff

?? Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• At least 18 years old

• Current CPR/BLS certification

• Ability to pass required background screenings

• Reliable transportation

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and actively support students throughout the day

• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds

• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements

? Bonus Qualifications

• 2+ years of pediatric, educational, behavioral health, childcare, coaching, mentoring, or caregiving experience

• CPI Certification

• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification

• TB clearance (questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray)

• Bilingual skills or American Sign Language (ASL)

?? Benefits & Perks

Amergis proudly offers:

? Weekly Pay

? 401(k) Savings Plan

? Employee Recognition & Award Programs

? Dedicated Recruiter & Clinical Support Teams

? Meaningful Work That Makes a Difference Every Day

Benefit eligibility may vary based on employment status.

Join Amergis

At Amergis, we're more than a staffing company—we're a team committed to supporting students, schools, and communities. If you're looking for a rewarding career where your work truly matters, apply today and help students reach their full potential.

Apply now and start making an impact—one student at a time. ????

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Education

Job Function: Education | Behavior Tech | Behavior Tech School

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Schools

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0793

Contract Duration: 52

Pay Rate: $792 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-07-24T21:21:45