Behavior Technician

About the role

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Behavior Technicians. As a Behavior Technician, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with autism. In this role, you will work one-on-one with children, implementing individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). You will use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing interfering behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children to implement individualized behavior intervention plans
• Teach communication, social, and daily living skills using evidence-based techniques
• Reduce interfering behaviors through the use of evidence-based interventions
• Provide support and encouragement to children and their families
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with other professionals to develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Document progress and communicate with parents and other caregivers
• Adapt to the unpredictable and potentially confrontational nature of working with children with autism
• Maintain a safe and positive environment for all children and staff

Requirements

• Passionate about helping children with autism
• Patient, compassionate, and able to work well in a team
• 18+ years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain a CPR, First Aid Certification and Tuberculosis test (if you haven’t had one in the last year)
• Ability to pass a pre employment background check
• Ability to move in various positions (sit, squat, bend, etc.)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Qualifications

• None specified

Skills

• Patience
• Compassion
• Teamwork
• Communication skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Empathy
• Flexibility
• Positive attitude

Benefits

• Structured career path in the field of Behavioral Analysis
• Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via our Benefit Hub
• Access to Centria’s Employee Assistance Plan with benefits around mental health and counseling
• Unlimited opportunities to make an impact in the life of a special needs child

Pay

Pay Range: $16 - $20

Schedule

Not specified