Behavior Interventionist
About the job
- A high school diploma is required.
- A valid California driver's license and auto insurance are required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including data entry in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word for recording data in digital logbooks.
- Proficiency with web-based online learning platforms.
- Proficiency with web-based desktop and mobile scheduling platforms.
- Ability to accurately collect data while conducting discrete trials, meeting 80% data reliability as measured by supervisor observation.
- Ability to implement behavior support plans as outlined in a Behavior Intervention Plan and/or MEBS plan, using proactive and reactive strategies accurately with 80% implementation reliability as measured by supervisor observation.
- Ability to implement case-specific differential reinforcement procedures, including DRO and DRA, for the duration of a session, as measured by supervisor observation.
- Ability to implement discrete trial teaching strategies according to SD-R-SR+ criteria with 80% fidelity as measured by supervisor observation.
- Ability to implement least-to-most prompting strategies with 80% fidelity as measured by supervisor observation.
- Ability to implement play-based interventions and discrete trial teaching play strategies with 80% fidelity as measured by supervisor observation.
- Must pass a Livescan background check through the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation, provide a Department of Motor Vehicles printout and proof of valid driver's license and insurance, and hold current tuberculosis clearance.
- New hires must have received the COVID-19 vaccine where permitted by law; reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualifying disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs.
- Must be able to drive throughout San Diego County to serve children.
- The role requires standing, walking, using hands to handle objects, reaching, pushing and pulling, and talking, hearing, and smelling; occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, prolonged sitting and/or standing, and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds may be required.
- Provide direct intervention with children and families.
- Implement personalized, evidence-based, person-centered treatment plans using Applied Behavior Analysis principles, providing one-to-one intensive intervention in home and community settings.
- Reinforce desired behaviors and support development of play, self-care, cognitive, social, and communication skills to help clients integrate into school and community settings.
- Keep accurate client records.
- Maintain accurate administrative records.
- Drive between sites.
- Attend and participate in training.
- Attend and participate in group supervision.
- Prior job-related experience with Applied Behavior Analysis working with children with autism or other developmental disorders is preferred.
- A bachelor's degree is preferred.
- Potential to receive Board Certified Behavior Analyst supervision hours when enrolled in a qualified master's program.
About the company
The Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis focuses on improving how professionals support people with challenging behavior by promoting non-aversive, person-centered approaches. It provides guidance and resources to help practitioners design and implement positive behavior support plans that emphasize safety, dignity, and individualized supports. The work centers on applying behavior analytic methods to reduce challenging behavior without punishment, using proactive strategies, function-based interventions, and data-driven decision making. Compared with others in the field, the institute differentiates itself by explicitly prioritizing non-aversive, person-centered practices and practical resources for real-world application, rather than relying on punitive or coercive methods. The goal is to advance ethical, effective, and humane support for individuals with challenging behavior, helping them participate more fully in daily life and achieve better quality of life.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Los Angeles, California
Founded
1981
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- BACB keeps demand rising through 2025 employment data and 2027 certification changes.
- IABA's telehealth and in-person California delivery broadens access for families.
- Rising industry enforcement can advantage compliant operators over weaker competitors.
What critics are saying
- Cuellar v. IABA filed February 2026 alleges rest-break, meal, and wage violations.
- ABA providers face escalating DOJ, Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, and FCA scrutiny in 2026.
- If reimbursement or compliance pressure worsens, staffing and margins deteriorate quickly.
What makes Institute for Applied Behavior Analysis unique
- Founded in 1981 by Dr. Gary LaVigna and Dr. Thomas Willis, IABA has deep ABA roots.
- IABA focuses on positive practices for challenging behavior, not generic autism care.
- Its California footprint spans Camarillo and Culver City, supporting regional service depth.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Leave
- Training Programs
- Mentorship Program
- Phone/Internet Stipend
- Employee Referral Bonus