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Behavioral Health Caregiver

Petaluma, California

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Job ID
573403
Date posted
04/03/2026
Category
Behavioral
Location
Petaluma, California

$26 - $27 / hr

Maxim Healthcare Services in Petaluma, CA is hiring for an Intensive Behavioral Support Provider to work with children and/or adults with developmental delays and challenging behaviors.

Why Join Maxim?

  • Competitive pay, weekly paychecks, paid training
  • Ongoing supervision from a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
  • Flexible scheduling – PT and FT
  • College Partnership programs & opportunities for continuing education
  • Benefits*: Health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) savings plan, and PTO

Responsibilities:

  • Provide one-to-one-behavior intervention services to individuals with behavioral challenges
  • Provides/assists with daily program activities in the areas of self-help, communication, social, cognitive, motor and behavior and crisis intervention
  • Assist client with personal care activities including bathing, oral hygiene, preparation and feeding of meals, dressing and undressing, ambulation and other activities as needed
  • Implement and collect data of the behaviors and goals outlined in the Behavior Support Plan

Requirements: 

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Previous experience working in an educational or healthcare setting preferred
  • At least one year of experience working with children/adults with special needs who display challenging or aggressive behaviors
  • College coursework in psychology, education, social work, behavioral sciences or related field preferred
  • Current in-person CPR/ First Aid certification for Adult & Children (or willing to get)
  • Updated TB test within past 90 days (or willing to get)
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.

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Maxim Benefits:

Health and Wellness
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security:
Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Maxim Healthcare
Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed. 

Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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