Jobs · OTHR · Massachusetts

Behavior Technician

Sevita · Beverly, MA · 1 mo ago
OTHR$24.5/hrFull-time

About the role

Futures, part of the Sevita family, provides community and center‑based Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) services to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related disorders. With over 15 years of experience, the team uses a collaborative approach to help children and families reach their fullest potential. As a Behavior Technician you will work 1:1 in a center‑based setting, implementing behavior management plans under the supervision of a BCBA.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure behavior management programs are consistently implemented for individuals served in a center‑based, 1:1 environment.
  • Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships by building rapport.
  • Follow treatment plan goals and interventions, using sound judgment and seeking appropriate consultation.
  • Collaborate with family and treatment team to provide behavior management techniques effectively.
  • Educate parents/guardians on reinforcement and intervention information when requested.
  • Promote safe and socially acceptable replacement behaviors to build communication, social interaction, and problem‑solving skills.
  • Review progress objectively using behavior analytic methods, identify barriers, and make recommendations to supervisor and BCBA.
  • Accurately collect behavior data (A‑B‑C, count, frequency, duration, latency, inter‑response time, event, interval‑based recording) as needed.
  • Complete all staff and client documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Complete incident reports as required by agency policy.
  • Review daily updates (new programs, access level changes, scheduled sessions) and implement programs; train staff on implementation.
  • Ensure proper implementation and retraining as needed through routine communication with staff.
  • Schedule and prepare leisure activities to keep individuals engaged when therapy sessions are not occurring.
  • Attend clinical meetings (access review, clinical team, progress conferences, etc.) as assigned.
  • Provide up‑to‑date residential status of participants and identify problem areas; follow through with solutions based on clinical team recommendations.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma with RBT credential, or an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Experience working with youth, families, or individuals with developmental disabilities is required.
  • Exceptional communication skills with ability to establish trust and rapport quickly.
  • Good listener, able to empathize while providing guidance.

Pay

  • Hourly rate starts at $24.50/hour.
  • $2,000 new hire bonus.

Benefits

  • Full compensation/benefits package after 32 hours/week.
  • Free supervision toward BCBA hours.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid time off.
  • Holiday pay.
  • Mileage reimbursement.
  • Job security with nationwide career development and advancement opportunities.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 5:30 pm.

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