Behavior Technician (BT) / Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) – School-Based and Adult Services

Location: Serving areas throughout the South Bay including Saratoga, Gilroy and Santa Cruz, CA (Various school, community, residential, and day program settings)

Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

Compensation: $28.00 - $32.00 per hour (Depending on experience and RBT certification)

Supervised By: Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) / Board Certified Behavior Analyst Candidate

Role Overview

We are seeking Behavior Technicians (BTs and RBTs) who are passionate about making a tangible difference in clients' lives. This position involves working directly with students and/or adults who may exhibit high intensity behaviors across a variety of community-based, residential, and day program settings.

If you are looking to build a career in ABA, social services, or psychology, this role offers unparalleled hands-on experience, comprehensive crisis-management training, and robust clinical support.

Key Responsibilities

- Direct Intervention: Implement individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) and skill-acquisition programs designed by the supervising BCBA.
- Crisis Management & Safety: Utilize approved safety-care and de-escalation techniques to safely manage and redirect highly aggressive, self-injurious, or disruptive behaviors.
- Data Collection: Accurately track and graph behavioral data during every session using our digital data-collection systems to monitor client progress.
- Skill Building: Assist adult clients in developing functional communication, daily living, vocational, and social skills to promote independence.
- Collaboration:



Work closely with supervising BCBAs/BCBA Candidates, residential staff, and families to ensure program fidelity and consistent care.

Qualifications

- Experience: Prior experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or behavioral challenges is required. Experience managing aggressive behaviors is a major plus.
- Education: Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent (Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Education, or a related field is preferred).
- Certifications: Active Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) credential is a plus.
- Reliability: A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance (travel between local sites in the Santa Cruz area is required).
- Resilience & Empathy: Strong emotional regulation, physical stamina, and a genuine commitment to supporting adults with complex behavioral needs.

Benefits & Perks

- Competitive Hourly Pay: $28.00 - $32.00/hour with opportunities for growth.
- Paid Training: Comprehensive onboarding, including RBT training and specialized Crisis Intervention/De-escalation certification (e.g., Safety-Care or CPI).
- Health & Wellness: Employer-sponsored medical benefits for full-time employees.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrual starts after 90 days of service.
- Retirement: 4% 401(k) match after 12 months of service.
- Career Advancement: Free supervision hours for those pursuing their BCBA or BCaBA certification, plus clear pathways to leadership roles.

> Are you ready to make an impact where it's needed most?
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> If you have a passion for adult services, a cool head under pressure, and a desire to grow alongside a supportive, mission-driven team, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join our South Bay team!

📌 Behavior Technician/ RBT (Santa Cruz)
🏢 Behavior Management Solutions
📍 Santa Cruz