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ABA Behavior Technician

The stepping stones group
La Mesa, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/9/2026

Job Description

Behavior Technician (BT/RBT) - Home & Community (Part-Time → Full-Time Path) 
Part-Time with Growth Opportunity | Weekday Availability | San Diego,CA | $21.00-$26.00
Start part-time. Build meaningful experience. Grow into a full-time role when you're ready. 
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Why Behavior Technicians Choose CAS 
  • Flexible part-time schedule with the opportunity to grow into full-time 
  • Work across home, school, and community settings 
  • Paid training and ongoing clinical support-no experience required 
  • Clear growth paths into Full-Time BT, Lead BT, ABA Instructor, ACS, and BCBA roles 
  • A supportive team that helps you build confidence before expanding your caseload 
Keep reading to see how CAS supports you from your first session forward. 
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Our Approach at CAS 
At Community Autism Services (CAS), we know that great clinicians don't always start full-time-and that's okay. Our part-time home and community roles are designed to provide meaningful experience, strong support, and a clear pathway to increased hours as families and schedules align. 
We practice within an assent-based, child-centered ABA model and invest in every team member through training, mentorship, and structured clinical oversight. 
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The CAS Experience 
What working part-time in home & community services looks like 
Flexibility with Growth Built In 
  • Part-time schedule with weekday availability 
  • Caseload built within a defined local region 
  • Sessions may take place in homes, schools, or community settings 
  • Opportunity to expand into a full-time schedule as additional cases become available 
  • No weekends required 
Training, Support & Growth 
  • Paid onboarding and hands-on training 
  • Ongoing supervision from experienced BCBAs 
  • Paid RBT certification (training, exam, and supervision included) 
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities 
  • Regular coaching and feedback to build skills and confidence 
  • Support transitioning from part-time to full-time when ready 
Team Culture & Recognition 
  • Be part of a collaborative, supportive team 
  • Recognition for reliability, flexibility, and growth 
  • Inclusion in team events, trainings, and celebrations 
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Role Overview 
As a Part-Time Home & Community Behavior Technician, you'll deliver 1:1 ABA therapy to children in natural settings, including homes, schools, and community environments. You'll work under BCBA supervision to support skill development and positive behavior change-while gradually building experience and hours toward a full-time schedule if desired. 
This role is ideal for individuals seeking flexibility now with the option to grow. 
 
What You'll Do 
  • Deliver 1:1 ABA therapy sessions under BCBA supervision 
  • Implement treatment plans across home, school, and community settings 
  • Use play-based, individualized strategies to engage children 
  • Collect accurate session data and progress notes 
  • Collaborate with families, school staff, and clinical supervisors 
  • Apply feedback and coaching to strengthen clinical skills 
  • Support skill generalization across environments 
How Success Is Measured 
Success in this role is defined by: 
  • Consistent, compassionate engagement with children and families 
  • Reliability across assigned sessions and locations 
  • Accurate data collection and documentation 
  • Openness to feedback and professional growth 
  • Communication and teamwork 
Pay Range 
  • Hourly Rate: $21.00 - $26.00/hour (based on education and experience) 
Additional factors that may increase starting pay include: 
  • Prior ABA or behavioral health experience 
  • Higher education or relevant coursework 
  • Fluency in additional languages 
  • Advanced certifications or specialized training 
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Qualifications & Essential Job Functions 
  • Minimum age of 18 
  • High School diploma or GED required 
  • Ability to actively engage in child-centered play and therapeutic activities 
  • Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including: 
  1. Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs 
  2. Bending, kneeling, squatting, and transitioning between activities and locations 
  3. Responding appropriately to challenging behaviors, including aggression or elopement 
  • Reliable transportation and ability to travel consistently within your assigned service region 
  • Valid driver's license and punctual attendance 
  • Comfort working across home, school, and community settings 
  • No prior ABA experience required - we train you 


Experience That Transfers Well 
  • Childcare or education (nanny, tutor, paraprofessional) 
  • College students in psychology, education, social work, or related fields 
  • Mental health or human services roles 
  • Camp counselor, volunteer, or youth program experience 
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Why CAS Is Different 
We intentionally design part-time roles that: 
  • Provide flexibility without sacrificing clinical quality 
  • Offer real training and meaningful support 
  • Create clear, supported paths to full-time employment 
  • Value reliability, growth, and long-term potential 
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Not Ready to Make the Jump - but Know Someone Who Is? 
We offer $250 external referral bonuses for Behavior Technician referrals. 
 If your referral is hired and employed with us for 90 days, you get paid. 
CAS Referral Program 
 Sometimes the right opportunity helps someone else take the leap. 
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About CAS 
Community Autism Services is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care to children and families while creating meaningful, sustainable careers for our team members. We believe exceptional outcomes start with well-supported clinicians-through strong leadership, thoughtful systems, and a culture rooted in collaboration and growth. 
As part of a nationwide organization, CAS combines the stability of scale with the heart of a community-based provider. Whether you work in schools, centers, or homes, you'll find opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact.  


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