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Behavioral Technician – Child Development

Maxim Healthcare Services logoMaxim Healthcare Services$21–$26 /hrLos Angeles, CAPosted 2w ago
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About the job

Behavior Technician

Salary: $21 - $26 / per hour| Great Place to Work | Flexible Part-Time Hours

Do you love working with kids?

Whether you've gained experience through babysitting, childcare, coaching, teaching, mentoring, or volunteering, you may already have the skills to succeed as a Behavior Technician.

At Maxim Healthcare , you'll work one-on-one with children and adolescents with autism and developmental disabilities, helping them build communication, social, and daily living skills that make a lasting impact.

We’ll provide paid training, certification support, and ongoing mentorship to help you succeed.

Why Join Maxim?

  • Certified Great Place to Work® employer
  • $21–$26/hour based on experience, education, and certifications
  • Weekly pay
  • Paid training, certification support, and ongoing mentorship
  • Flexible part-time scheduling
  • Supportive BCBA supervision and clinical guidance
  • Build experience that supports future careers in psychology, education, healthcare, and behavior analysis
  • Career growth opportunities within a national healthcare organization
  • $150 training completion bonus

What You'll Do

  • Work one-on-one with children and adolescents with autism and developmental disabilities
  • Help clients build communication, social, play, and daily living skills
  • Implement ABA behavior Treatment plans designed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs)
  • Encourage progress and celebrate meaningful milestones
  • Track client progress using a mobile application
  • Collaborate with BCBAs, supervisors, and families to support client success

Many healthcare and behavioral health professionals begin their careers as Behavior Technicians. This role provides valuable hands-on experience that can support future careers in education, therapy, healthcare, and behavior analysis.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • College credits preferred but not required
  • Experience working with children preferred, but not required
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • CPR/BLS Certification or willingness to obtain
  • Compassionate, patient, dependable, and eager to learn
  • Comfortable using technology for documentation

Start a Career That Makes a Difference

Every day, you'll help children gain confidence, develop new skills, and reach important milestones. If you're looking for meaningful work, professional growth, and a supportive team culture, we'd love to meet you.

Join a Certified Great Place to Work® and start building a career that changes lives - including your own. Apply today!

Maxim Benefits:

Health and Wellness

Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security:

Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits:

Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare

Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

From Maxim Healthcare Services's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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