ABA Therapist / Behavior Technician – School-Based, Weekly Pay

• Implement Individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs): Follow behavior plans developed by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), tailored to classroom and school environments.
• Apply ABA Therapy Techniques in Educational Settings: Use evidence-based ABA strategies such as Discrete Trial Training (DTT), Natural Environment Teaching (NET), and reinforcement systems to support academic, behavioral, and social development.
• Collect and Record Student Data: Accurately track progress on IEP goals and behavior targets using data collection tools; complete session notes and documentation in compliance with school district and ABA provider policies.
• Promote Positive Student Engagement: Encourage appropriate classroom behavior, attention, and participation through proactive behavior support and positive reinforcement.
• Collaborate with School Professionals: Partner with teachers, special education staff, school psychologists, speech therapists, and BCBAs to ensure consistent implementation of behavior strategies.
• Manage Challenging Behaviors: Respond to behavioral incidents using trained de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies while maintaining a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Support Social Skills and Emotional Regulation: Help students build peer interaction skills, emotional coping strategies, and independence through structured ABA-based interventions.
• Maintain Confidentiality and Professional Ethics: Adhere to HIPAA and FERPA regulations; demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and ethical conduct in all interactions.

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Ability to pass a background check and TB test (Required)
• Must be comfortable commuting to and working at school sites in Tustin, Orange, Santa Ana, Garden Grove, and Irvine
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Prior experience as a Behavior Technician, ABA Therapist, or RBT preferred

• Monday–Friday full-time morning shifts
• Competitive pay rates – up to $27/hour
• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid training and ongoing professional development

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs 

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.  

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action 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.