What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior Technician position at Special Needs Network?
Behavior Technician Opportunity and Career Growth Opportunities
ABA Training Provided
Make a Difference in a Child’s Life – Join Our Team!
Are you passionate about helping children thrive? At Special Needs Network, Inc. (SNN), we empower children with autism and other developmental disabilities—especially in underserved communities. Our mission connects disability rights to racial justice, and we’re looking for compassionate, dedicated individuals to join our team.
We are hiring in Van Nuys, CA and nearby areas within the San Fernando Valley.
Applicants must be willing to drive within a 15-mile radius of their home zip code to provide in-home services.
What You’ll Do as a Behavior Technician
You’ll work one-on-one with children using play-based ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy techniques to help them learn and grow. Responsibilities include:
- Supporting social skills like sharing and cooperative play
- Encouraging verbal and nonverbal communication through interactive activities
- Teaching emotional regulation and coping strategies
- Promoting positive behavior using reinforcement techniques
- Guiding motor skill development through structured play
- Enhancing problem-solving and thinking skills
- Encouraging daily living skills such as self-care and following routines
No ABA experience required—you will receive extensive paid training during a required, in-person two-week program.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Available Monday through Friday (2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.) and possibly Saturdays (9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
- Fully available for a 2-week paid training (Monday through Friday between 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
- Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, valid registration, and valid vehicle insurance
- Comfortable using a personal device for data entry (stipend provided)
- Experience with children is a plus (e.g., school, daycare, or after-school programs)
- Background in Psychology, Child Development, or related fields is a plus
- Physical ability to kneel, run, lift up to 35 lbs, and move quickly as needed
Career Growth Opportunities
We are committed to your professional development.
Behavior Technicians can grow into Mid-Level ABA Supervisor roles or pursue BCBA certification with continued education and support.
Apply Today
Submit your resume directly through this post to be considered for the position.
We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.
Why This Role Matters
Joining SNN means becoming part of a mission that brings hope, support, and real change to families navigating developmental disabilities. Your work helps children reach their full potential and thrive.
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Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $21.00 - $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 20 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid orientation
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Travel reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you looking for a career opportunity in the ABA field?
- Do you have personal or professional experience with autism or other developmental disabilities? If so, please elaborate.
- How many years of experience do you have working with children, and in what capacity (e.g., teaching, paraprofessional, behavior technician)?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- Vehicle Registration (Required)
- Vehicle Insurance (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $27