Behavior Technician

About the role

Behavior Technician (ABA) – Make a Difference Every Day with Beachmont Behavioral Health. Beachmont Behavioral Health is seeking compassionate, reliable, and motivated individuals to join our team as Behavior Technicians. In this role, you will work directly with children, adolescents, and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities, helping them build communication, social, behavioral, and independent living skills through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Teach communication, social, self-help, and daily living skills
• Collect behavioral data and complete session documentation
• Collaborate with families and clinical supervisors
• Help individuals increase independence and improve their overall quality of life

Realistic Job Preview: This is a hands-on behavioral health position. Many clients receive ABA services because they engage in behaviors that interfere with learning, safety, relationships, or independence. Behavior Technicians should expect to work with individuals who may exhibit: elopement (running away), tantrums, aggression (including hitting, pushing, pinching, scratching, kicking, or biting), property destruction, self‑injurious behavior, refusal or non‑compliant behaviors, and emotional regulation challenges. The goal of ABA is to teach meaningful replacement skills that help individuals communicate effectively, achieve greater independence, and experience a better quality of life.

Physical Requirements: Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and sitting on the floor; ability to move quickly to maintain client safety; working in homes, schools, clinics, and community settings; participation in role‑play and hands‑on training activities.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 18+ Years Old
• Reliable transportation
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to receive coaching and feedback
• Ability to pass a background check

Preferred:

• Experience working with children or individuals with developmental disabilities
• Background in education, childcare, psychology, healthcare, or behavioral health

Benefits

• In‑between Appointment Travel Pay
• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule