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Oakland, CA
Join the Team at Autism Behavior Services, Inc. in Oakland, CA as an Applied Behavior Analysis Technician (ABAT)!
Behavior Technician - Paid Training ABAT RBT
🕚 Part-Time Morning/Afternoon/Evenings shifts available M-F, MWF, or TTHSat
💳 Starting rate: $21/h (More info)
▶ 40 hours paid training in alignment with ABAT (Applied Behavior Analysis Technician)/RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) Board Requirements.
▶ After successfully completing the 40 hours of paid training, candidates will receive a certificate of completion from TBU for QABA that fulfills the ABAT/RBT training requirements.
🌟 In addition to that candidates will complete fieldwork toward their certification requirements:
▶ The 40 hours of paid training fulfills the requirement for the candidate to sit for the RBT/ABAT Exams. The certification exam is paid for by ABSI. (note - this is for the first attempt)
▶ Overlap with team members providing hands-on experience to ensure success after getting certified as an ABAT or RBT.
About us
Who We are
Autism Behavior Services, Inc. (ABSI) was founded in 2010 by Dr. Rosa Patterson. Her goal was to put together the best technicians in the Oakland area and across the nation. Mixing virtual and “in the field” training, ABSI’s vision was for our team members to be able to support clients across any situation they found themselves in.
We sought to create a culture where you would view working with us as a chance to have something more than a job… you’d have a career! To that end, ABSI makes every effort to offer new opportunities and career expanding roles to team members as they present themselves.
Why Choose us
As a Behavior Technician with ABSI, your role will see you have the opportunity to provide crucial services in the lives of the people you support. The level of consistency you bring into homes, classrooms, the community, or even in a telehealth capacity will allow you to impact many lives. Additionally, ABSI also offers families a bevy of choices so that they can decide which environments best meet the needs of their loved ones receiving therapy.
Additionally, ABSI increases team member engagement by hosting numerous company events throughout the year. We seek team member input so that these events can best meet the interests of those attending. To that end, ABSI encourages family members and loved ones to join in our company events.
Why Work for Autism Behavior Services, Inc. in Oakland?
• ABSI offers a Comprehensive/In the Field Training
40 Hours Paid Training
our candidates, the majority of our training is set up to be completed online. As an ABAT candidate you will work through a series of behavioral modules, and what you learn will be merged with the “in the field experience”.This will come in the form of overlapping with clients under the guidance of a Behavior Technician already working in the field. These experienced clinicians will oversee you regarding the best practices of your role as an ABAT, and, in the process, prepare you to work with clients of your own.
Certification
Once you’ve finished Behavior Technician training you will be awarded a certificate from TBU for QABA. TBU for QABA's standards meet the stringent requirements of the ABAT certification. You can be confident that what you’ve learned will prepare you to work with clients as a Behavior Technician.
Exam Support
Your first ABAT exam attempt will be covered by Autism Behavior Services, Inc.. In addition to study materials that ABSI will provide, you will also have clinicians and other ABATs as resources to help disseminate information and spot any study areas in which you might need assistance.
- Make an Impact
As an Applied Behavior Analysis Technician with Autism Behavior Services, Inc. (ABSI) in Oakland, you will be afforded the opportunity to impact the lives of many clients and families.
Behavior Technicians play a pivotal role in supporting their clients in attaining life skills that allow for greater levels of independence and self determination. What they learn from you are tools that will be generalized and used throughout their daily lives.
- Grow professionally from Healthcare Employment in Oakland
ABSI actively seeks to promote team members from within. In fact, many ABAT’s that have started with us have moved into behavior specialist, behavior analyst, and clinical positions. Others have gone on to careers in education and psychology.
Additionally, ABSI offers Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to our team members. These units help ensure that we are keeping up with the trends of the industry, and at the same time allow for your career advancement.
- ABSI Offers Comprehensive Training
The training we offer is directly in line with strict ABAT/RBT board requirements. ABSI strives to provide you with a mix of hands-on experience working with clients, as well as dynamic information (supported by Continuing Education Units) that will support your skillset as you work with clients in the home, school, community, and via telehealth.
Join ABSI and Begin Your Career as a Behavior Technician
Autism Behavior Services, Inc. wants to bring aboard engaged team members that are passionate about helping support people who are neurodiverse.
If you are looking for a workplace that encourages advancement and also gives you the opportunity to do meaningful work, then a role as an Applied Behavior Analysis Technician (ABAT) with ABSI is for YOU.
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FAQ
How much will I make as a behavior technician?
Paid Training – 40+ hours paid at the state or local municipality minimum wage
Travel time, continuing education trainings, and all other non clinical work – paid at the state or local municipality minimum wage
Mileage Pay – $0.55 per applicable mile
Clinical care – providing ABA treatment to the client – starting at $21 per hour
What Do Behavior Technicians Do?
What are ABA job requirements?
Utilizing your training and “in the field” experiences, ABSI team members are prepared, to the greatest degree possible, to support all the clients they serve. This is why we certify you as a Behavior Technician. Our Technicians are never working alone. They constantly have access to ABSI’s clinical team and other Behavior Technicians to assist with the multitude of questions that may come up in the field.
What are the main benefits of becoming a Behavior Technician?
One of the key benefits of becoming a Behavior Technician is gaining a broad understanding of the field of Applied Behavior Analysis. This role serves as a valuable stepping stone, helping you identify and pursue your career path.
What are the key factors in becoming a great behavior technician?
Several key factors contribute to success as a Behavior Technician. Beyond passion and a genuine desire to help others, essential qualities include reliability, teamwork, a positive attitude, and the ability to build relationships with clients and their families.
Can Becoming a Behavior Technician lead to other job opportunities?
Absolutely! ABSI actively seeks to promote team members from within the company. In fact, we routinely have job openings to advance your career and make you aware of them as they arise.
What are some environments a Behavior Technician might work in?
Behavior Technicians often work in (but are not limited to) the home, school, or in the client’s community.
Do I have a choice in the cases that ABSI assigns me as a Behavior Technician
Creating the right connection between ABAT’s and their clients is of great importance. Our organization strives to put together matches between clients and team members that work well together. Our clinicians and directors take into account the personalities of those involved and discuss future placements with our team members. All of this works in unison to make the right “fit”.
How will I know that being a Behavior Technician is the right career path for me?
This decision is all based on a Behavior Technician’s feelings toward the important work they are doing. If you are an individual who is enlivened by the prospect of helping others, and you enjoy seeing people succeed and progress in their goals, then being a Behavior Technician with Autism Behavior Services, Inc. is the right career path.
How can I apply for one of your paraprofessional opportunities in Oakland?
If you are interested in our paraprofessional opportunities or registered behavior technician jobs, you can simply apply directly through our website. Navigate to the ‘careers’ page and follow the guidelines to apply.
Are flexible schedules available for a behavior interventionist (part time) in Oakland?
Yes, our part time ABA therapist roles feature flexible schedules designed to fit your lifestyle. These part time ABA jobs in Oakland are perfect for balancing work, school, or other commitments while making a meaningful impact.
ABSI provides care in Oakland through partnerships with Alameda Alliance for Health, Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Blue Shield of California, and most major insurance companies. This allows us to provide care to as many people in this area as possible.