Job Description

Behavior Interventionists needed near Oakland, CA area for Extended School year and next school year

Location: Oakland, CA Area
Schedule: Full-Time
Compensation: $24–$29 per hour (based on experience and skill set)
Start Dates: Extended School Year (ESY) & 2025–2026 School Year

We are hiring full-time Behavior Interventionists to support students in school-based settings across a variety of grade levels. These roles involve direct 1:1 and small group behavioral support, data collection, and collaboration with educators and related service providers to promote student success across academic and social environments.

Behavior Interventionist Key Responsibilities:

• Implement individualized Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) using ABA-based strategies to support positive behavior and reduce challenging behavior.

• Collect and document data daily to track student progress toward behavioral goals.

• Support students with emotional regulation, social skills, task completion, and general classroom participation.

• Assist in de-escalation and crisis intervention following district-approved protocols.

• Collaborate with teachers, behavior specialists, and school teams to ensure consistent implementation of supports.

• Monitor student behavior during classroom activities, transitions, mealtimes, and recess.

• Support personal care needs, which may include toileting, diapering, and hygiene tasks when necessary.

• Assist students using mobility or medical equipment, as trained.

• Attend team meetings or IEPs as requested to provide behavioral insights and progress updates.

• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all student-related matters.

• Participate in required training and professional development activities.

Behavior Interventionist Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Associate’s degree or 48+ college units preferred, or passing score on CBEST, ParaPro, or similar exam

• Experience working with children or students with disabilities and/or behavioral needs (school, clinic, or home setting)

• Familiarity with ABA principles and positive behavior support preferred

• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and support students with physical and personal care needs

• Strong communication, patience, and the ability to remain calm in high-stress situations

This is a great opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students while supporting inclusive education in your local community.

Why Work With RCM?
Since 1975, RCM Health Care Services has specialized in providing school districts with equal access to Special Education services such as Speech-Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, ABA Therapy, Behavioral and Mental Health services, Special Education Teachers, Paraprofessionals as well as Nursing services to many of the nation's top 100 school districts.

Through years of experience of focusing on an educationally based approach, RCM Health Care Services understands exactly what school districts and providers need to meet student IEP goals. We proudly hold the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval as well.

As a $200 million publicly traded company, we have the reliability, integrity and resources to meet the needs of students, staff and school districts nation-wide.

RCM Health Care Services believe all students deserve the best education in order to be successful in the academic environment, home environment and community. Our number one priority is student success. Therefore, it is important we hire exceptional Special Education staff that have the same mission and values as RCM Health Care Services. Students' first.

At RCM Health Care Services, you are a valuable team member. We believe you are important and we highly respect the knowledge and skills you have in order to help students' be successful. If you have a passion for students, student learning and the education field, we encourage you to apply to RCM Health Care Services. We believe you will make a big difference in the lives of children and adolescents. Please join us!

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Hourly pay, Full time, Local area,

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