RBT/ Behavior Technician (Part Time)
Job Description
Job Description
Location: Huntington Beach, California
Schedule: Part-time | Early weekday mornings and weekend shifts
Setting: Home and community based
Client: One autistic young adult
Staffing: Primarily 2:1 and 3:1 team support
About the Position
Team Andy is building a skilled, consistent support team for one autistic young adult participating in California’s Self-Determination Program (SDP) through the Regional Center system.
This is not a traditional ABA agency position and there is no rotating caseload. Team members work with one individual, Andy, in his home and throughout the community as part of an established support team.
The goal of the program is to provide high-quality, person-centered support that helps Andy build a meaningful life around his interests, strengths, communication, independence, safety, relationships, and participation in his community.
We are looking for experienced Registered Behavior Technicians / Behavior Technicians who want to use their skills in a broader, more individualized way than is often possible in a traditional clinic or agency setting.
About Self-Determination
California’s Self-Determination Program gives individuals with developmental disabilities and their families greater responsibility for designing the services and supports that make sense for their lives.
Andy’s program is family-directed and person-centered. Rather than fitting Andy into an existing program, we are building the program around Andy.
His staff will help support a combination of:
- Communication and AAC
- Safety and positive behavior support
- Independence and daily living skills
- Community participation
- Meaningful recreational activities
- Flexibility and tolerance of changes
- Social connection
- Skill development
- Personal interests and quality of life
- Increasing opportunities for Andy to make choices and participate more fully in his own life
How the Team Works
Andy requires a higher level of support for safety, so staff generally work together in 2:1 and 3:1 staffing arrangements.
You will not be expected to manage difficult situations alone.
Team members are expected to communicate with one another, follow consistent support strategies, understand their role during community outings, and work collaboratively rather than functioning as isolated one-to-one staff.
We are looking for people who can be both independent professionals and strong teammates.
Home and Community-Based Support
This position takes place primarily in Andy’s home in Huntington Beach and throughout the surrounding community.
A typical shift may include a combination of:
- Supporting morning or daily routines
- Communication and choice-making
- Community outings
- Recreational activities
- Skill-building activities
- Music, movies, crafts, games, or other preferred interests
- Exercise and community participation
- Supporting transitions
- Practicing independence and daily living skills
- Implementing proactive behavior and safety strategies
- Collecting appropriate behavioral or program data
- Completing shift documentation
- Collaborating with other members of the team
This is an active position. We want staff who are comfortable doing things with Andy, not simply supervising him.
About Andy
Andy is an autistic young adult who enjoys being out in the community and having meaningful things to do.
His interests include music, movies, car rides, amusement parks, the aquarium, creative activities, outings, food, and recreational activities. He does best when his day has structure while still including activities that are enjoyable and meaningful to him.
Building rapport is extremely important.
The staff who tend to be the best fit are calm, patient, dependable, playful, observant, and willing to take the time to learn who Andy is—not simply learn a list of behaviors.
Behavior Support
Andy has significant safety needs, including a history of elopement, and requires staff who can remain attentive and proactive in both home and community settings.
This program uses positive, preventative behavioral support. Staff will be expected to follow established strategies, recognize potential triggers, support communication, prepare Andy for transitions, reinforce successful participation, and respond consistently as a team.
We are looking for experienced RBTs who understand that behavior support is not simply reacting when something goes wrong. Strong staff help create the conditions for success before a problem occurs.
Employment and Cambrian FMS
This position is part of Andy’s Self-Determination Program.
Employment administration, onboarding, payroll, required documentation, and related employer-of-record/FMS processes are coordinated through Cambrian Financial Management Services (FMS) as part of the Self-Determination Program.
Candidates selected for the team must successfully complete all required Cambrian/FMS onboarding requirements before beginning employment.
Required Qualifications
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- RBT credential required — active or inactive status accepted
- Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience working with individuals with autism, developmental disabilities, ABA, behavioral support, or a closely related population
- College degree/diploma required
- Experience implementing behavioral strategies in real-world settings
- Ability to work effectively as part of a 2:1 or 3:1 team
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable attendance and dependable transportation to Huntington Beach
- Comfortable providing support in both home and community environments
- Ability to remain calm and attentive in situations involving behavioral or safety concerns
- Ability to complete required documentation and data collection
- Willingness to learn Andy’s individual communication style, routines, strengths, preferences, and support needs
Who We Are Looking For
Experience matters, but personality and fit matter too.
We are looking for people who:
- Want to know the person they are supporting
- See possibilities rather than limitations
- Understand the importance of dignity and person-centered support
- Can balance structure with flexibility
- Are comfortable working closely with other skilled staff
- Take safety seriously without making the person's entire life about risk
- Want to help someone participate in his community rather than spend his life sitting at home
- Bring ideas, energy, patience, and professionalism to their work
- Are interested in becoming part of a consistent team rather than simply picking up a shift
Current Openings
We are currently recruiting for part-time positions only, primarily:
Weekday early-morning shifts
and
Weekend shifts
Additional hours may occasionally become available as the program develops.
Application Process
Please submit:
- Current résumé
- Information regarding your RBT credential/status
- Relevant experience working with autism, ABA, behavioral support, developmental disabilities, or related services
Qualified candidates will first participate in a brief phone screening. Candidates who appear to be a strong potential fit will then be invited to a meet-and-greet/interview so that both the candidate and family can determine whether Team Andy is the right fit.
\nCompany Description
We are a participant-directed support program operating through California’s Self-Determination Program (SDP). We are building a small, cohesive team of experienced professionals to support one young adult with autism in his home and community in Huntington Beach.
Our program is person-centered and focused on meaningful adult life — communication, independence, safety, daily living skills, community participation, recreation, relationships, and personal goals. Staff work consistently with one individual and alongside a small team, allowing them to build rapport, understand the person they support, and see progress over time.
This is not a traditional agency or clinic-based model. Employment, payroll, and required onboarding are administered through the participant’s Financial Management Service (FMS) as part of the Self-Determination Program.
Company Description
We are a participant-directed support program operating through California’s Self-Determination Program (SDP). We are building a small, cohesive team of experienced professionals to support one young adult with autism in his home and community in Huntington Beach.\n\nOur program is person-centered and focused on meaningful adult life — communication, independence, safety, daily living skills, community participation, recreation, relationships, and personal goals. Staff work consistently with one individual and alongside a small team, allowing them to build rapport, understand the person they support, and see progress over time.\n\nThis is not a traditional agency or clinic-based model. Employment, payroll, and required onboarding are administered through the participant’s Financial Management Service (FMS) as part of the Self-Determination Program.