Behavior Technician (Aba)

Position Summary:

The Behavior Technician at Ocean Psychological Services is responsible for providing direct 1:1 Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and related methodologies to clients. This role involves ensuring the implementation of client goals and objectives through lesson plans and data collection during each session under the supervision of a BCBA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement Applied Behavioral Analysis and related therapies to clients as outlined in individualized client treatment plans;
• Participate in professional collaboration, including attending client team meetings, engaging in mandatory quarterly staff meetings, and taking part in relevant training workshops;
• Conduct data collection throughout sessions to track client progress and inform treatment adjustments;
• Create instructional resources and materials to support therapy sessions;
• Facilitate social skills training for clients on an individual or group basis as appropriate;
• Monitor and respond to company emails on a daily basis during the week;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Strong understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and techniques - preferred
• Excellent data collection and analysis skills to track client progress effectively - Required
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with clients, families, and team members
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness when working with clients from diverse backgrounds;
• Proficient time management and organizational skills to ensure efficient delivery of services, including managing session schedules, materials, and documentation.
• Must be able to provide 15 hours of availability weekly from 3-8 pm (weekends optional)

Education and Experience:

• Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credentials preferred
• Highschool Diploma or GED - Required

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, sit, and move around for extended periods during therapy sessions;
• Capacity to bend, stoop, kneel, and physically engage with clients as needed;
• Visual and auditory acuity to observe and respond to client behaviors accurately;
• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 30 pounds as needed.

Benefits:

• Paid continuous professional development
• 401k retirement plans (Full time employees)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (Full time employees)
• Paid time off for (Full time employees)
• The chance to be part of a fast-growing team that is delivering equitable access to care.

Ocean Psychological Services believes that transformative relationships are key to unlocking a child’s potential as well as supporting the professional development of each staff member who serves as part of our dynamic team. We succeed in doing this by including in our strategies, ingraining in our culture, and reflecting in our behaviors, principles and practices of diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a result, we break down immediate and systemic barriers to create and sustain equitable outcomes. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

In compliance with the requirements of California law and federal law, Ocean Psychological Services shall obtain a criminal history record check for each applicant in consideration for hire. The offer of employment will be contingent upon receipt by Ocean Psychological Services' clearance from both the California Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. As part of such requirements state and federal requirements, Ocean Psychological Services requests subsequent arrest notice service from the California Department of Justice while each employee remains actively employed.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• After school
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-home

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work Monday through Friday from 3 pm-8 pm?
• Will you be able to reliably commute or relocate to Gonzalez, CA for this job?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• working with children with Autism or other special needs: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Gonzales, CA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 100% (Required)

Work Location: On the road