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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Salinas, California

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Behavioral Aide

Hourly Rate: $22 to $26 per hour *based on education and experience

Location: Salinas, CA  (Onsite – School Setting)

Position Summary: 

RCM is hiring full-time Behavioral Aides to support students in school-based settings across a variety of grade levels. These roles involve direct 1:1 and small group behavioral support, data collection, and collaboration with educators and related service providers to promote student success across academic and social environments.


Responsibilities

Schedule / Shift:
  • Monday – Friday   (This position will follow the bell schedule of the assigned school)
  • Hours per week: ~30-35
  • Length of Assignment: School Year

Key Duties:
  • Implement individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) using ABA-based strategies to support positive behavior and reduce challenging behavior.
  • Collect and document data daily to track student progress toward behavioral goals.
  • Support students with emotional regulation, social skills, task completion, and general classroom participation.
  • Assist in de-escalation and crisis intervention following district-approved protocols.
  • Collaborate with teachers, behavior specialists, and school teams to ensure consistent implementation of supports.
  • Monitor student behavior during classroom activities, transitions, mealtimes, and recess.
  • Support personal care needs, which may include toileting, diapering, and hygiene tasks when necessary.
  • Assist students using mobility or medical equipment, as trained.
  • Attend team meetings or IEPs as requested to provide behavioral insights and progress updates.
  • Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all student-related matters.
  • Participate in required training and professional development activities.

Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Associate’s degree or 48+ college units preferred, or passing score on CBEST, ParaPro, or similar exam
  • Experience working with children or students with disabilities and/or behavioral needs
  • Familiarity with ABA principles and positive behavior support preferred
  • Must pass QBS certification
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and support students with physical and personal care needs
  • Strong communication, patience, and the ability to remain calm in high-stress situations

Benefits
Per Diem / Temporary (Hourly) Roles
  • Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
  • Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
  • Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
  • Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
  • Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan
About Us
RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences.

With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you’re stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We’re committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being.

RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation
RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.


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Posting ID: 1310598305 Posted: 2026-10-31 Job Title: Behavioral Aide