Behavior Technician - Bakersfield

Position Overview

Ad Astra Behavior Analytic Services is seeking motivated, dependable, and compassionate individuals to join our team as Behavior Technicians. This position is an excellent opportunity for individuals who want to gain practical experience in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and develop a foundation for a career in behavioral health and child services.

Behavior Technicians provide direct support to children and families by implementing individualized ABA treatment programs under the guidance of the clinical team. Through structured, evidence-based interventions, technicians help clients strengthen communication, social, adaptive, and daily living skills while supporting positive behavioral outcomes and greater independence.

Services are provided primarily in clients' homes and community-based environments according to individual treatment needs. Typical sessions are scheduled Monday through Friday between 3:00 PM and 8:00 PM, with flexibility based on client needs and employee availability.

Compensation: $20–$26 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. Additional compensation may be available for bilingual Spanish-speaking applicants.

Key Responsibilities

As a Behavior Technician, you will work directly with children and become an important member of their treatment team. Responsibilities include:

• Delivering individualized ABA services in accordance with established treatment programs.
• Supporting the development of communication, social, adaptive, and daily living skills.
• Implementing skill acquisition and behavior intervention strategies under clinical supervision.
• Applying evidence-based ABA techniques to encourage learning, independence, and positive behavioral outcomes.
• Supporting interventions designed to decrease behaviors that may interfere with safety, learning, or daily functioning.
• Collecting accurate client data during each session.
• Completing required session documentation accurately and timely.
• Communicating observations, progress, and concerns with supervising BCBAs and other members of the clinical team.
• Maintaining positive, respectful, and professional relationships with clients and their families.
• Following established clinical, ethical, safety, and confidentiality standards.
• Remaining flexible and responsive to the individual needs of each client.

Applicants with coursework, degrees, or experience in psychology, education, human services, child development, social services, or related fields are strongly encouraged to apply. Success in this role requires reliability, professionalism, patience, compassion, strong communication skills, and a genuine commitment to helping children achieve meaningful progress.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation
• Active automobile insurance listing the applicant as a covered driver
• Current negative TB test

Skills and Competencies

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Effective problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• Creativity and flexibility
• Professionalism and appropriate workplace boundaries
• Dependability and consistent attendance
• Ability to collaborate effectively with BCBAs and other clinical team members
• Patience and compassion when working with children
• Ability to remain calm and exercise sound judgment in challenging situations
• Willingness to learn, accept feedback, and participate in ongoing professional development

Physical and Cognitive Requirements

The essential functions of this position may require employees to:

• Frequently sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and transition between floor-level and standing positions.
• Participate in developmentally appropriate client activities, including floor-based activities, movement activities, transitions, and safety monitoring.
• Safely work within a variety of environments, including homes, clinics, schools, community settings, and remote/telehealth settings when applicable.
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or move therapy materials and equipment, generally up to 50 pounds.
• Sit for extended periods while providing telehealth services or completing computer-based responsibilities.
• Use computers, keyboards, mobile devices, and other equipment requiring fine motor coordination.
• Maintain visual and auditory awareness to observe client behavior, monitor safety, and communicate effectively in both in-person and virtual settings.
• Read, understand, retain, and apply written and verbal information.
• Maintain attention, concentration, situational awareness, and sound judgment in dynamic environments.
• Collect, record, and submit accurate client data and session documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive client information.
• Demonstrate professionalism and emotional resilience when addressing sensitive client, family, employee, or workplace concerns.

Benefits and Professional Development

Ad Astra is committed to providing Behavior Technicians with the training, resources, and support needed to succeed in the field.

Additional benefits and opportunities include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Sick leave
• Mileage reimbursement