Autism Support Specialist (entry level)

Department: ABA - Behavioral Support

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: East Los Angeles, CA

Compensation: $22.00 - $28.00 / hour

Description

🌟 Now Hiring: Autism Support Specialist (Entry-Level) - Also known as a Behavior Technician

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities? Do you have a knack for fostering positive behavior and creating a supportive learning environment? Holding Hands Inc. is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Behavior Technician.
Location: East LA, CA Region | Sessions are completed in one of our beautiful clinics, the clients home, or another community location. 

•  We work diligently to schedule your clients within 20/miles or 30/minutes (whichever is closest) to your home to minimize commute time. 

Pay: $22–$28/hr depending on experience & education
Schedule: Part-Time | 15 - 25+ hours per week

• Sessions are primarily 2 - 4 hours each 
• Appointment based scheduling based on your availability and the clients availability.
• Must be available at least 4 days per week, for a minimum of 15 hours. 

What You'll Do as a Behavior Technician

As a Behavior Technician, you'll use a proven method called Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to support children and teens in reaching their full potential. You’ll work one-on-one with clients in their home, school, or one of our welcoming clinics. Each day, you'll help your client learn new skills and reduce challenging behaviors in a fun, supportive, and meaningful way.  🌟 What your day might look like:

• Work 1-on-1 with kids and teens with autism and other developmental needs
• Follow a personalized therapy plan created by our clinical team
• Use play, routines, and activities to help your client grow
• Track progress by taking notes and recording behaviors
• Encourage independence and build everyday life skills
• Celebrate every win—big or small!

Don’t worry if you're new to ABA—we’ll provide you with thorough training to ensure you feel confident and prepared. You’ll also have support from our caring, multi-disciplinary team every step of the way. Every child is unique, and so is our approach. We don’t use cookie-cutter programs—instead, we tailor therapy to fit each client’s needs, interests, and goals. If you're passionate about helping others, love working with kids, and want to make a real difference, this could be the perfect fit for you! Learn more here:  https://www.holdinghandsinc.com/home-center/ 

Qualifications - What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications 

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• 6 months of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities (paid or unpaid) 
• Must be able to lift at least 10 pounds, sit, and run as needed. 
• Valid driver’s license, reliable source of transportation, and active auto insurance 
• Must be comfortable commuting 20 miles or 30 minutes to client sessions
• Passion for working with children, youth, and young adults with developmental disabilities 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Associate or bachelor's degree  
• ABA experience or RBT Certified 
• CPR certification in both pediatrics and adults 
• Experienced and comfortable managing a wide variety of maladaptive behaviors, ranging anywhere from non-compliance, elopement, verbal and physical aggression, self-injurious behaviors, etc. 

Benefits & Perks - Things You'll Love

Why join the Holding Hands Team? 

• Make a meaningful impact: Join a team dedicated to helping students thrive academically and socially. 
• Our work comes from the heart, not just a textbook or manual. The starting point of therapy is believing in the ability and potential behind every individual. 
• Professional growth opportunities: Take advantage of ongoing training and development to enhance your skills and advance your career. 
• In addition to supporting our client's growth, we value providing our staff with various growth opportunities to continue reaching their career goals by providing training opportunities for different modalities, supervision, and mentorship. 
• Supportive work environment: Be part of a collaborative team that values diversity, inclusion, and mutual respect. 
• DEI training for all new hires.

Benefits & Perks!  

• Great technology provided such as an iPad