Entry Level Behavior Technician

Behavioral Health Works (BHW) is looking for passionate individuals who believe in not just making a difference, but being the difference! 

This position is referred to as a Behavior Technician & is Part-Time.

Why choose BHW?

• Company Culture - BHW CARES: We value our employees and motivate them to be culture creators. Caring is our calling! BHW is always looking for the best and brightest professionals to join our team. 
• Work Environment - Have fun & be yourself: We pride ourselves on maintaining a fun, open-door working environment where collaboration is the cornerstone of our success. 
• What we do actually matters: We are passionate about BEING the difference & knowing what we do matters, especially to the clients we’re privileged to serve. Our client successes are all of our successes. 
• Meaningful Mission - Our DAILY Thing: To Restore Hope by Improving the Quality of Life for Families Facing Autism.
• We are a responsive, engaged employer: We will contact you within 24 - 48 hours of applying & remain in contact with you throughout your entire BHW journey. With BHW, you never have to wonder where your application stands. 

BHW has opportunities available in the areas below: 

• El Cajon CA
• La Mesa CA
• Spring Valley CA
• San Diego CA

We encourage candidates to apply and discuss our needs in the areas they live. As we accept new clients, the locations/areas available continue to expand. 

What does BHW have to offer YOU?

• Paid training & career development: We provide world-class training and will provide you with the opportunity to become a Registered/Certified Behavior Technician, Lead Technician, and more.
• Investment in your growth: We have numerous collegiate partnerships offering continued education support and tuition reduction. Paid professional development through monthly training sessions too!
• Paid travel time and mileage: Reimbursement for mileage between clients with paid drive time. 
• Benefits for Part-Time Employees:  Yes, you read that correctly! BHW offers a full suite of benefits for our part-time employees. 
• Dental, Vision, Pet insurance, Chiropractic plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), RX discounts, and employee perks & discounts program. 
• After 6 months of employment, we offer paid time off (16 hours per year) & a 401K plan. 
• Flexible schedules & competitive compensation: A flexible schedule that allows you to have a great work/life balance. Since we serve children & youth, most of our sessions are between 3pm - 8pm. However, this varies from client to client. We offer competitive compensation for the important work you do with our clients. 
• Technology & tools for success: We provide you with your own tablet - No paperwork, everything is done electronically! Hands-on training, mentorship, & supervision from our talented clinicians. 

How YOU will help make a difference for BHW clients & families:

• Provide direct 1:1 support to individuals diagnosed with autism (or a related disorder) in their homes, schools, and/or community.
• Teach children & youth how to communicate, socialize, and play through the use of research-based techniques. Not to worry - we will teach you all of our best techniques during training! 
• Collaborate with BHW clinicians to implement detailed plans you will follow when working with your client.
• Encouraging your clients and helping them to reach their highest potential. Let’s not forget to celebrate their progress along the way!

Qualifications and Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completed college courses (previously enrolled or currently enrolled)
• Reliable transportation & the ability to travel up to 30 miles from your place of residence to provide home and/or school sessions where public transportation may or may not be available.
• Active auto insurance or the ability to obtain auto insurance. 
• Available for 12 - 25 hours per week. 
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• US Work authorization.
• Ability to navigate and utilize basic technology such as tablet usage, electronic documentation, email, calendar, etc. 
• Preferred: At least 6 months of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities such as Autism, ADHD, Down Syndrome, etc). 

If selected for an Interview, here is what to expect:

• Interview request from the recruiter via email for a 30-minute virtual, video interview. 
• 30-minute virtual interview with one of our amazing recruiters. 
• We will follow up with you within 24 hours of your interview for the next steps.
• If extended an offer, you will be required to complete a background check and other additional onboarding requirements.
• Our interview & hiring process for Behavior Technicians can be completed in 1 - 2  weeks depending on your availability.

Compensation: $21 - $24 depending on experience

We encourage you to apply if:

• You have experience as or have a passion for being a Paraprofessional, Caregiver, Youth Coach, Education, Healthcare, Hospice Care, Interventionist, Social Services, Foster Care, Special Education, Social Work, Aide, Youth Program Coordinator, Behavior Specialist, Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), Nanny, Babysitter, Preschool Teacher or Assistant, Tutor, Substitute Teacher, Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP), Mental Health/Autism Advocate, Behavioral Health Technicians, Direct Support Professionals, Camp Counselor, Childcare Volunteer, Sunday School Teacher, After School Programs, or a related field.
• You are working towards a degree in or have completed a degree in Education, Special Education, Psychology, Sociology, Human Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.

To learn more: Visit our career site (https://www.bhwcares.com/careers/), submit an application, or email our recruiting department (recruiters@behavioralhealthworks.com).  

Behavioral Health Works is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you need an accommodation during the interview process, please contact HR@behavioralhealthworks.com. 

It is the policy of BHW to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified job applicants and employees based on merit, and to prohibit illegal discrimination in every aspect of personnel policies and employment practices, including recruitment, examining, hiring, promotion, training, work assignments, and other benefits and privileges of employment. In compliance with Federal and State Equal Opportunity Laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. For more information, visit https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf