Behavioral Health Technician – Autism Services
Listed compensation
$20-$26/hr
The week · per this posting
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Job Description
Highland Park, CA
Location: In-home ABA therapy
Turn Your Passion for Helping Children Into a Rewarding Career!
Looking to gain hands-on experience in psychology, child development, or behavioral health? Join Asteri Behavioral Treatment Center and work directly with children while developing valuable professional skills. We provide training, ongoing clinical support, and opportunities for career advancement.
What Is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is an evidence-based approach that focuses on understanding behavior and helping individuals develop meaningful skills that improve their everyday lives. ABA therapy is commonly used to support children with autism and other developmental disabilities by strengthening communication, social interaction, independence, and daily living skills.
Through individualized, one-on-one sessions, Behavior Technicians use positive reinforcement, structured teaching, and play-based learning to help children build new skills and navigate everyday challenges. Treatment is tailored to each child's unique strengths, needs, and developmental goals.
At Asteri Behavioral Treatment Center, our team works collaboratively with families and clinical professionals to create a supportive, engaging learning environment where children can build confidence, develop independence, and reach meaningful milestones.
Why Join Asteri?
At ABTC, we believe that when our employees are supported, our clients thrive. We are committed to helping our team grow through mentorship, collaboration, and opportunities for advancement.
- This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in:
- Psychology
- Child Development
Education
- Social Work
- Behavioral Health
- Special Education
- Speech or Occupational Therapy
- Nursing and Healthcare
What You'll Do
As a Behavior Technician, you will:
- Provide one-on-one ABA therapy in clients' homes
- Implement individualized treatment plans developed by a BCBA
- Teach communication, social, play, self-help, and daily living skills
- Help reduce challenging behaviors using positive, evidence-based strategies
- Collect accurate session data and complete clinical documentation
- Collaborate with supervising clinicians to support client progress
- Communicate professionally with families and caregivers
- Attend ongoing training and team meetings
Typical Sessions
- 2–5 hours per session
- Children primarily ages 3–17 years
- Afternoon and evening schedules
What We Offer
- Paid RBT Training
- Paid Clinical Training
- Paid Mileage & Drive Time
- Cell Phone Allowance
- IRA Retirement Plan
- Flexible Scheduling
- Paid Sick Time
- Annual Performance Reviews & Merit Increases
- Ongoing Clinical Support & Mentorship
- Career Advancement Opportunities
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent required (Bachelor's degree preferred)
- Experience working with children is a plus, but not required
- Available a minimum of 15 hours per week
- Afternoon/evening availability between 1:00 PM and 8:00 PM
- Reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance and registration
- Willing to travel up to 25 miles from your home for client sessions
- Strong communication, professionalism, and organizational skills
- Comfortable learning data collection and behavior intervention techniques
- Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply
Apply today and begin your career with Asteri Behavioral Treatment Center.
Asteri Behavioral Treatment Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Asteri Behavioral Treatment Center is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees upon request. If you need assistance or accommodation during the application, interview, or employment process, please contact our HR department.
Key Responsibilities
Provide one-on-one ABA therapy in client homes to help children develop communication, social, and daily living skills. Collect accurate session data, complete clinical documentation, and collaborate with supervising clinicians to implement individualized treatment plans.
Requirements
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with a bachelor's degree preferred. Candidates must have a reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and the ability to travel to client sessions.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Technician – Autism Services at Asteri Behavioral Treatment Center a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Behavioral Health — ranked against 1,233 active Behavioral Health listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
Behavioral Health Career Context
Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 88% have no call, 25% require no weekends.
Behavioral Health pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · top 25% in behavioral health | ranked against 1,233 Behavioral Health listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $42k–$54k | Behavioral Health median $146k (middle half $67k–$161k)26 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$43k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Behavioral Health listings in California | 51 active | 1,262 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 88% no call · 25% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings: 4% state a sign-on bonus (median $3k) · 12% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Behavioral Health listings | 855 in the last 30 days | 562 the 30 days before (+52%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Behavioral Health pay trend | −3.9% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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