Behavior Technician | Youth Coaches & Camp Counselors | $23–$25/hr.

FirstSteps for Kids, Inc.

Downey, CAOn-siteFull time
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Pay
$23 to $25
an hour
Location
Downey, CA
Work style
On-site
Job type
Full time
Posted
Oct 17
2 days ago
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About the company

FirstSteps for Kids, Inc.

Individual and Family Services · 201 to 500 employees

Founded in 2005, FirstSteps for Kids, Inc. is dedicated to enhancing the lives of children diagnosed with Autism and related learning challenges. Our unwavering mission is to provide compassionate, personalized ABA intervention that celebrates the individuality of every child. With keen attention to each child's distinct preferences and learning style, our dedicated clinical team works to cultivate the fundamental skills crucial for future independence. We firmly believe that empowering children with choices today paves the way for their bright and joyous tomorrows.

The organization is led by Founder, Dr. Jennifer Harris, CEO, Matt McAlear, COO, Anne Swinney, and CCO, Courtney Tarbox.

Visit our website at www.firststepsforkids.com to learn more about our organization.

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What you'll do

  • You will work one-on-one with children diagnosed with autism to help them build communication, social, and everyday life skills.
  • You will also participate in ongoing training and mentorship to develop your clinical expertise.

What you need

  • Candidates must have a reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and auto insurance, and be able to perform physical tasks like lifting 50 lbs.
  • You must also meet health requirements including specific vaccinations and a TB test.

Key skills

Behavioral healthAutism supportChild developmentCommunication skillsSocial skills trainingPatienceMotivationData collectionClinical supportMentorship

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Perks

  • Paid RBT certification
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) match
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition discounts
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Data stipend

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About FirstSteps The FirstSteps Team is inspired by the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential. To that end, our mission is twofold: to provide the best evidence-based, behavior analytic treatment to our children diagnosed with autism and related learning differences, and to offer a positive, collaborative, and dynamic work experience for our team. We are steadfastly committed to ongoing training and mentorship of our employees, always motivated to support the next generation of clinical leaders in our field and at FirstSteps. Our greatest reward is witnessing the rapid and joyful learning of our little ones and knowing that together, we are creating more happy days for the kids and families we serve. $23–$25/hr + Paid RBT Certification + Multiple $1/hr Growth Opportunities Love coaching, encouraging, and helping young kids build new skills? We want to meet with you to discuss our Behavior Technician role! At FirstSteps, you’ll work one-on-one with children ages 2–13 with autism, using your creativity, patience, and ability to motivate kids to help them build communication, play, social, and everyday life skills. No ABA experience required. We’ll teach you the clinical skills, pay for your RBT certification, and support your growth every step of the way. -> Curious what that looks like? Check out our Day in the Life and ChatRBT Reel series on Instagram: @firststepsforkids Learn More. Earn More. Keep Growing. Our Instructor Development & Engagement Program gives you a clear path to grow. Complete an Instructor Development Bundle plus 350 hours of direct clinical experience to earn a $1/hr raise that matches your new skillset. Complete multiple bundles in a year and unlock multiple opportunities to grow your career. What You’ll Get $23–$25/hr to start, depending on experience Multiple $1/hr growth opportunities as you build clinical skills Paid RBT training and certification Hands-on training, mentorship, and clinical support Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement Data stipend Health, dental, and vision with employer contributions 401(k) match, PTO, and tuition discounts Your Experience Could Be a Great Fit Have experience as a youth sports coach, camp counselor, recreation leader, or youth program instructor? Your ability to engage kids, adapt on the fly, build confidence, and celebrate progress is a great foundation for this role. Many of our BCBAs started as Behavior Technicians at FirstSteps. Bring the skills you already have. Build new ones. Discover where a career in behavioral health can take you. Ready to get started? We’d love to meet you. Health & Safety Requirements Childhood vaccinations (MMR and Varicella) and a non-reactive TB test Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance Ability to lift 50 lbs, sit on floors or child-sized furniture, and move quickly from a seated position to a running stance For more information about FirstSteps for Kids, we encourage you to visit our website at www.firststepsforkids.com.

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