Behavior Technician

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.

Now Hiring in Los Angeles, CA and Nearby Areas

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.

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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Work Availability Monday through Friday (2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.) and possibly Saturdays (9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.)
• Full Availbility for a 2-week paid training (Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.)
• Reliable transportation is required for this position. Candidates must be able to provide, upon request, a valid driver’s license, current vehicle registration, and valid auto insurance that includes them as a listed driver on the policy.
• Comfortable using a personal device for data entry (stipend provided)
• Physical ability to kneel, run, lift up to 35 lbs, and move quickly as needed
• 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

• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program