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Asteri Behavioral Treatment Center lists this Behavior Technician - Palm Desert opportunity in la quinta, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Behavior Technician – Palm Springs & Coachella Valley
Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Cathedral City, La Quinta, Coachella, Thermal & Surrounding Areas
Interested in working with children and building a career in behavioral health? Asteri Behavioral Treatment Center (ABTC) is growing our team of Behavior Technicians, and prior ABA experience is not required.
We're looking for dependable and compassionate individuals who are ready to learn and make a difference. Through paid training, mentorship, and support from our clinical team, you'll develop the skills needed to provide quality ABA services.
In this role, you'll provide one-on-one support to children with autism and developmental disabilities, helping each client strengthen communication, social, behavioral, and daily living skills through evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques.
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
Use positive, evidence-based strategies to support behavior change
Collect session data and complete required clinical documentation
Collaborate with BCBAs and other clinical team members
Communicate professionally with parents and caregivers
Participate in ongoing training and team meetings
Typical Schedule:
Minimum availability of 15 hours per week
Monday–Friday afternoon/evening availability
Availability between 1:00 PM and 8:00 PM
Sessions are typically 2–5 hours
Clients are primarily children and adolescents ages 3–17
What We Offer:
Paid RBT Training
Paid Clinical Training
Ongoing BCBA Supervision & Mentorship
Paid Mileage & Drive Time
Cell Phone Allowance
Flexible Scheduling
Paid Sick Time
IRA Retirement Plan
Annual Performance Reviews & Merit Increases
Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities
Supportive Clinical Leadership
Who We're Looking For:
High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience working with children is a plus, but not required
Minimum availability 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
Willingness to travel up to 25 miles from your home for client sessions
Dependable, professional, and organized
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Comfortable learning behavior intervention and data collection techniques
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply
Apply today to join Asteri Behavioral Treatment Center and make a difference for children and families throughout the Coachella Valley.
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.
Worksite address
la quinta, CA, 92247, US
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