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, is required for recording data in digital logbooks.
- Proficiency with web-based online learning platforms is required.
- Proficiency with web-based desktop and mobile scheduling platforms is required.
- Ability to collect accurate data while conducting discrete trials, with 80% data reliability as measured by supervisor observation, is required.
- Ability to implement behavior support plans as outlined in Behavior Intervention Plans and/or MEBS plans, including proactive and reactive strategies, with 80% implementation reliability as measured by supervisor observation, is required.
- Ability to implement case-specific differential reinforcement procedures (DRO and DRA) for the duration of a session is required.
- Ability to implement discrete trial teaching strategies according to SD-R-SR+ criteria, with 80% fidelity as measured by supervisor observation, is required.
- Ability to implement least-to-most prompting strategies with 80% fidelity as measured by supervisor observation is required.
- Ability to implement play-based interventions and discrete trial training play strategies with 80% fidelity as measured by supervisor observation is required.
- Ability to stand, walk, use hands to handle objects, reach, push and pull, and communicate verbally and by hearing; occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift or move up to 25 pounds.
- Must pass Live Scan (DOJ/FBI), provide a DMV printout, proof of a valid driver's license and insurance, and current tuberculosis clearance; first aid and CPR training are required.
- Where permitted by applicable law, new hires must have received the COVID-19 vaccine, subject to reasonable accommodations for disability or sincerely held religious belief.
- Provide direct intervention with children and families.
- Implement personalized treatment plans and provide one-to-one intensive intervention to help clients develop skills for integration into school and community settings.
- Provide one-to-one support in clients' homes and communities using applied behavior analysis and positive-only methods to reinforce desired behaviors and develop play, self-care, cognitive, social, and communication skills.
- Keep accurate client records and administrative records.
- Drive between sites.
- Attend and participate in training and group supervision.
- Prior job-related experience using applied behavior analysis with children with autism or other developmental disorders is preferred.
- A bachelor's degree is preferred.
- Ability to adapt to a variety of situations and remain calm under stress is preferred.
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