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Behavior Interventionist - Los Angeles - School & Home Cases | $21 - $28

Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis$21–$28/hrLos Angeles, California, United StatesFull timePosted 4mo agoStill open, checked every night
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This posting states $21–$28 an hour. Open registered behavior technician jobs in California post a median of $23.50 an hour, the middle half $23–$24.50, across 219 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Registered behavior technicians employed in California earn a median of $23.62 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

Behavior Interventionist: Turn Play Into Progress

Join IABA and change a child’s life, starting your very first week.

As a Behavior Interventionist with IABA, you’ll work one-on-one with children and adolescents with Autism and other developmental disabilities, helping them build the skills to play, communicate, connect, and become more independent. You’ll see the impact of your work, and so will the families who count on you.

What you’ll do

  • Deliver personalized, evidence-based ABA treatment plans in homes, schools, and the community
  • Use our positive-only approach to encourage new skills and celebrate every win
  • Build play, self-care, social, communication, and cognitive skills through engaging, hands-on sessions
  • Become a trusted part of a child’s support team and a real partner to their family

Who thrives here

  • Experienced with severe or challenging behaviors? WE NEED YOU! If you’ve supported children or adolescents who engage in aggression, self-injury, or elopement, and you stay calm, consistent, and compassionate under pressure, you’ll find a team that values your skills. Your experience can place you at the higher end of our $21-$28/hour range, with a clear path to advance.
  • Have ABA experience? Bring your skills to a team that values them, with pay that reflects your experience and education.
  • New to ABA? If you’re patient, energetic, and love working with kids, we’ll train you. Experience with childcare, teaching, camps, coaching, or caregiving is a great start.
  • Anyone who brings warmth, resilience, creativity, and a love of learning

And you’ll never do it alone. You’ll have paid, hands-on training, supervisor shadowing, and an experienced team behind you.

Growth opportunities are FREQUENT and ENCOURAGED!

LOCATION : Greater LA Area (Open cases in Downtown, Hollywood, Santa Monica, Culver City, Inglewood, South LA, Huntington Park, etc.)

Full Time: 30+ hours per week, 130+ hours a month

Monday-Friday 8:00 am- 6:30 pm +½ weekend day

Part-Time Schedule Options

Monday-Friday 8am-3pm

Monday/Wednesday/Friday 8am-3pm

or Tuesday/Thursday 8am-3 pm

Why join us

  • $21-$28/hour based on experience and education
  • Paid, hands-on training with supervisor shadowing
  • Frequent growth and promotion opportunities
  • 40+ years of high-quality, person-centered care

WAGE RANGE: $21-28 per hour

Responsibilities

  • Conducting one-on-one direct ABA therapy sessions in school or in home
  • Assisting the client throughout the day with academic & daily living tasks
  • Teaching adaptive play, self-care, cognitive, social, and communication skills
  • Encouraging the practice of desired behaviors with positive reinforcement
  • Data collection and analysis to track client progress
  • Ensuring a safe, encouraging environment where kids and teens can be themselves
  • Advocating for individuals with disabilities in all settings
  • Upholding the highest standard of ethical practices

Requirements

  • US work authorization
  • Must pass criminal background check
  • Negative TB test results
  • Reliable computer and internet access available daily
  • Reliable transportation, CA driver's license, proof of auto insurance & willingness to drive throughout SFV area
  • Interest and enthusiasm for working with children and adolescents, including the ability to be silly and have fun playing
  • Patience and empathy when addressing challenging behaviors
  • Commitment to our positive-only method, our mission, and to the highest standard of ethics
  • Reliability and dedication to working daily with our clients
  • Ability to lift up to 45 pounds, walk, run, bend, squat, kneel, sit and play on the floor, stand for long periods of time, and engage in fast-paced physical activities with children and teens
  • Willingness to work with clients of all ages (2-23), all behaviors (including aggressive or destructive behaviors), and all support needs (including hygiene, feeding, and mobility support)

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(K) Retirement Plan
  • Employee Referral Program including bonuses
  • Paid Time Off (Both vacation and sick time)
  • Comprehensive Paid training & ongoing training opportunities
  • Paid Drive Time & Mileage Reimbursement
  • Cell phone reimbursement
  • Frequent opportunities for advancement & recognition
  • Potential to receive BCBA supervision hours & certifications
  • Support and mentorship from experienced IABA Supervisors

Pre-Employment Requirements

This role involves unsupervised, direct support of children and/or adults in home, school, and community settings. Duties include implementing behavior plans, managing behavioral escalations, assisting with daily living needs, entering private residences, and accessing confidential health and personal information.

Employment is contingent upon meeting applicable pre-employment requirements, which may include verification of education, employment history, credentials, motor vehicle records (if applicable), and other role- or state-specific requirements. #CASHP

From Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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