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Building Block Resolutions
Santa Ana, California

Behavioral Therapist – Santa Ana, CA ( Center Based)

CounselorNo weekendsPart-Time

Listed compensation

$22- $25/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

Do you love playing with children and watching them learn and grow?

If you answered YES, you could be our next superstar!

Building Block Resolutions (BBR) is a fast-growing ABA company dedicated to helping children, young adults, and families thrive. We provide 1:1 support to children diagnosed with Autism in home and school settings using evidence-based, compassionate care.

This is an entry-level position, and we provide full training—but this is not an easy job. It is emotionally and physically demanding, requires consistency, and is best suited for individuals who are resilient, motivated, and eager to grow in a clinical environment.

What We Offer

  • 40 hours of PAID online training
  • Up to $1,200 in yearly bonuses (earned monthly—no need to wait all year)
  • Flexible schedule
  • RBT Certification Support (we cover application & exam fees)
  • Career Growth Opportunities (potential to move into full-time roles)
  • Tablets provided for clinical work
  • Mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
  • BCBA supervision and support
  • Employee discounts (theme parks, concerts, hotels, and more)

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • SIMPLE IRA with 3% company match
  • What the Role Involves
  • Direct 1:1 intervention with children with autism and related needs
  • Implementing behavior intervention plans with fidelity
  • Managing challenging behaviors safely and professionally
  • Remaining calm, regulated, and engaged during difficult moments
  • Accurate data collection and documentation
  • Professional communication with supervisors and families
  • Adapting to evolving systems, schedules, and clinical software
  • Working in in-home, school, and/or clinic-based settings
  • What This Role Is Not
  • Babysitting
  • A “play-only” job
  • A low-responsibility position
  • A good fit for someone seeking minimal emotional or professional demands

What We’re Looking For

We Want Candidates Who Bring

  • A heart for this population
  • Resilience under stress
  • Willingness to learn and adapt
  • Ownership of their professional growth
  • Reliability, motivation, and strong follow-through
  • Ability to implement and adapt treatment plans
  • Prior experience in ABA or related field (preferred, not required)
  • Degree in psychology, education, or related field (a plus)
  • Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license (required)

Schedule Requirement (Must Be Able to Commit)

Available Shifts (Mon–Fri): Santa Ana, CA or surrounding cities!!

Important Note

Although This Is an Entry-level Role, It Is

  • Emotionally and physically demanding
  • Not an “easy” position
  • Requires initiative, consistency, and comfort learning new systems

Ready to make a real difference and start a meaningful career? Apply today!

Location: Santa Ana, California

Department: Behavioral Therapist

Employment Type: Part-Time

Minimum Experience

Mid-level

Compensation

$22- $25/hr

Key Responsibilities

The Behavioral Therapist provides direct 1:1 intervention for children with autism by implementing behavior intervention plans. Responsibilities include accurate data collection, professional communication with families, and maintaining a safe, regulated environment.

Requirements

Candidates should be resilient, motivated, and eager to grow in a clinical environment. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required, while a degree in psychology or education is considered a plus.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Behavioral therapyABA therapyClinical documentationCrisis managementAutism supportPatient careTreatment plan implementation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Therapist – Santa Ana, CA ( Center Based) at Building Block Resolutions a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,961 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% are remote, 42% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Counselor Jobs

50 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution21 jobs

8
<$65k
5
$65k-85k
4
$85k-105k
2
$105k-125k
2
$125k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks32 jobs

401k / retirement match
72%
CME allowance
41%
Sign-on bonus
16% this job
Loan repayment
16%
PSLF eligible
13%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 7.9
Better work-life than 90% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,961 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Santa Ana

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$882k
Typical market rent
$2,812/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Building Block Resolutions

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Los Angeles, California
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
SIMPLE IRA with 3% match
Paid Training (40 hours)
RBT Certification Support
Mileage Reimbursement
Employee Discounts