Registered Behavior Technician

Registered Behavioral TechnicianAn equal opportunity employer fostering a workforce that embraces and reflects the rich diversity of Los Angeles CountySalary: $31.26 - $38.80 HourlyLocation: Downey, CAJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: 26-LAC605Department: Ed ProgramsDivision: Special Programs Support & TransformationOpening Date: 03/02/2026Closing Date: ContinuousInsurance: Your choice of several medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plansTo learn more, visit: - Open until filledReview of applications will occur every 2 weeks starting: 5/4/2026Retirement: PERS Defined Benefit PlanPaid Time Off: 10 vacation, 15 holidays, and 12 illness days.The Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) is seeking qualified Registered Behavior Technicians. The position will implement behavior intervention plans that support students with behavioral and social-emotional needs on a school site, including the classroom, small groups, and 1:1 settings. Current vacancies are located in Los Padrinos (7285 Quill Dr, Downey, CA 90242) and Camp Kilpatrick (427 Encinal Canyon Rd, Malibu, CA 90265). However, the resulting eligibility list may be used to fill any vacancies located at other sites.The well qualified candidate will possess the following:Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis techniques and servicesProfessional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior TechniciansBasic theories, concepts, and interventions of behavioral/social-emotional disordersData collection techniques and toolsStandard and instructional computer software programs (e.g. Microsoft Suites, Google Drive, and Aeries)Crisis management techniquesCompetencies:Analyzing & Interpreting Data – Drawing meaning and conclusions from quantitative or qualitative dataCritical Thinking – Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claimsDecision Making – Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely mannerEnvironmental Exposure Tolerance – Performing under physically demanding conditionsGeneral Physical Ability – Using strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordinationProfessional & Technical Expertise – Applying technical subject matter to the jobSafety Focus – Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazardsHandling Stress – Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversityLearning Agility – Seeking learning opportunities and applying the lessons to one's workSelf-Management – Showing personal organization, self-discipline, and dependabilityInforming – Proactively obtaining and sharing informationOral Communication – Engaging effectively in dialogueCustomer Focus – Attending to the needs and expectation of customersHandling Conflict – Managing interpersonally strained situationsDeveloping Others – Supporting others in stretching and expanding their capabilitiesGroup Facilitation – Enabling constructive and productive group interactionTeamwork – Collaborating with others to achieve shared goalsCultural Proficiency - Modeling communications and interactions that respect and include all individuals and their languages, abilities, religions, and culturesRequired Education and Experience:Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent. A Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board is required.Experience: Three years of experience providing behavioral intervention and management services to children with emotional disability or behavioral challenges in a school setting.Additional Requirements: Certification in Nonviolent Crisis Intervention from the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) is desired. May require a valid California driver's license and the availability of private transportation or the ability to obtain transportation between job sites. May be required to drive between sites.Selection Process: Candidates who meet the minimum requirements above will be invited to participate in an examination that may consist of a written exam and structured interview.Contact: For information about the examination process you may send an e-mail to Jung Eun Park at View email address on click.appcast.io For general inquiries please call View phone number on click.appcast.io (Mon-Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm) For complete application information, please go to LACOE Personnel Commission, 9300 Imperial Hwy, EC-Annex, Downey, CA 90242Additional Information: Minimum qualifications must be met by the close of filing date. For more information, please go to For additional information on our testing procedures, please visit Applicant Resources on our website. Selection and promotion are based on a competitive examination process. Candidates who pass all exam parts are ranked according to overall exam score and placed on an eligibility (hiring) list. Vacant positions are filled from the top three ranks. Eligibility lasts for 12 months; however, additional recruitment may occur under a separate bulletin with additional candidates being merged onto the eligibility list. Some positions that involve public contact may require bilingual proficiency for which selective certification may apply (Education Code 45277.5). In addition, the eligibility list resulting from this examination may be used to fill vacancies in related job classifications for which no eligibility list exists (Education Code 45272). Veterans' Credit may be awarded for entry jobs. Reasonable accommodations in completing an application, testing, and employment are available to individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request an accommodation, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io as early as possible. This examination is authorized as Open, open to the public. Recruitment ID: 26-LAC605 This announcement does not constitute an implied contract. Any part of this announcement is subject to change.