Behavior Technician - Help Kids with Autism!

Job Description

Job Description

Why You’ll Love this Behavior Technician Job!

Are you enthusiastic and love working with kids? Join us as a Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in Orange, CA, a role where you’ll make an impact by supporting kids with autism.  

As a Behavior Technician, you’ll work one-on-one with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), helping them grow social skills, build confidence, and thrive, while supporting their families along the way with personalized care.

Pay: $21 - $26 / hour
*pay based on experience*

Sign-On Bonus: $500 sign-on bonus paid at your 6-month anniversary.

Join us for our hiring events on the 3rd Thursday of every month!

Upcoming dates: October 8, 2026
Time:3:30 PM- 5:30 PM
Location: 1401 N Tustin Ave, Suite 220, Santa Ana, CA

Scheduling & Availability
Therapy sessions are typically provided Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM . *Saturday sessions are available, but not required.

Spectrum Behavioral Therapies strongly prefers candidates with afternoon availability Monday through Friday . At minimum, we require at least 2 or 3 day afternoon availability based on our clients staggered schedules (either Monday/Wednesday/Friday or Tuesday/Thursday).  

While some employees may begin with more hours, most new Behavior Technicians start part-time . As client needs and schedules align, there are opportunities to increase hours, including full-time positions. All hours are dependent on client needs, staff availability, and insurance requirements.

Why Spectrum Behavioral Therapies?

• No Weekends : No required weekends, but there is weekend availability if desired
• Cell phone stipend
• Travel time and mileage reimbursement
• Paid Training : Earn your RBT certification with paid training and keep growing with us!
• Benefits : 401K, dental, vision, medical insurance for full-time employees

At Spectrum Behavioral Therapies, support never stops, with a culture where your voice matters and your growth is celebrated. Through learning that opens doors, you’ll experience hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities that turn curiosity into a career. And with work that transforms lives, every step you take makes a lasting difference—empowering individuals, families, and communities to thrive. 

Ready to make meaningful change that lasts? Apply today for the Behavior Technician / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) position in Orange, CA!

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children using ABA therapy techniques

• Help build communication, social, and daily living skills

• Create a fun, engaging, and supportive learning environment

• Track progress and celebrate milestones

• Use simple data tools to measure growth and improvement

• Collaborate with Board-Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to support each child’s personalized plan

• Support and communicate with families

• Complete session notes and required documentation

Required Skills

• Must have proof of GED or High School Diploma
• Experience working with children
• Exposure to children/adults with Autism  
• Must reside in Orange County
• Ability to work in-clinic, in-school, and in-home settings  
• Must be willing to drive 25 miles (average of 30 minutes) from the office 
• Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance
• Ability to be active and sit on the ground for long periods of time
• Willing to complete a TB test and Background screening
• RBT certification preferred  
• Bilingual in Spanish, Vietnamese, or Korean preferred
• Bachelor's degree or working towards education in Child Development, Psychology, or related field preferred