Behavior Technician

About the role

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Behavior Technicians. As a Behavior Technician, 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 with autism
• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans
• Teach communication, social, and daily living skills
• Reduce interfering behaviors using evidence-based techniques
• Provide support and encouragement to children and their families
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with other professionals
• Document progress and communicate with BCBA and parents
• Adapt to the unpredictable and potentially confrontational nature of working with children with autism
• Perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, sitting, grasping, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds

Requirements

• Passionate about helping children with autism
• Patient and compassionate
• Able to work well in a team environment
• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to obtain a CPR, First Aid Certification, and a Tuberculosis test (if not done within the last year)
• 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

• Experience with evidence-based behavioral interventions
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Knowledge of autism spectrum disorders and effective strategies for supporting children with autism

Skills

• Strong observational and assessment skills
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities
• Ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

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
• Early wage access to employees through Rain
• Unlimited opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the life of a special needs child

Pay

The pay range for this position is $17 - $20 per hour.

Schedule

Hours may vary based on client needs, but typically include evenings and weekends.