Behavior Technician (Part-Time Lunch Hours)
Autism & Behavioral Spectrum · St Louis, MO · 2 mo ago
On-siteHealthcare$18/hrPart-time
About the role
We provide specialized Reggio ABA™ therapy for young children (ages 1-6). This is a fast-paced, technical role focused on maintaining consistency across multiple student programs.
Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 clinical support during our busy mid-day lunch and transition blocks.
- Implement individualized behavior intervention plans written by a BCBA.
- Collect and track accurate data on each child’s progress.
- Support daily care tasks (feeding, diapering, dressing, grooming) as needed.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for children and staff.
- Collaborate with teammates and communicate professionally and respectfully with families.
- Encourage play, social engagement, and positive behavior through our Reggio ABA™ approach.
- Participate in regular training, supervision, and feedback sessions to build your skills.
Requirements
- Age: Must be at least 18 years old.
- Education: Must have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Background Check: Must be able to pass a background check and maintain a clear record throughout employment.
- Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or in the future.
- Conflict of Interest: Must not have immediate family members currently receiving therapy or services at our clinics to prevent potential conflicts of interest.
- Physical Demands: Must be physically willing and able to perform the duties of the role, including the ability to safely lift and/or move children up to 45 pounds.
- Challenging Behaviors: Must be physically and emotionally able to support children with challenging behaviors, which may occasionally include aggression such as hitting or biting.
- Professional Reliability & Commitment: Must demonstrate professional reliability, meaning consistent attendance and punctuality are essential for both initial training and all scheduled shifts.
- Transportation: Must have reliable transportation to ensure consistent attendance at the assigned clinic location for all scheduled shifts.
Qualifications
- Proactive Certification: Must be willing to complete the 40-hour RBT training and pass the BACB exam within your first 90 days.
- Company-Backed Support: While training is self-paced, we provide the required 40-hour video series, financial coverage for exam fees, and the necessary competency assessments/supervision to get you certified.
- Ethical Foundation: Must be prepared to learn and adhere to the RBT Ethics Code immediately upon hire.
Skills
- Exceptionally reliable and detail-oriented.
- Ability to remain calm during high-energy transitions.
- Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
- Growth mindset.
Benefits
- Company-Wide Events – Celebrate with us at our Winter Gala and Spring Picnic.
- Clinic-Based Celebrations – Enjoy local team bonding events like our Fall Festival.
- Special Guest Visits – Surprise and delight with visits from:
- 🎶 Music Facilitator for fun, interactive sessions
- :: Story Time with our very own clinic mascot
- :: 🚌 The Gym Bus for movement and play
- :: 🫧 The Bubble Bus for outdoor sensory fun
- :: 🍌 Chef Bananas and other engaging guests throughout the year
Pay
$18.00/hour. RBT Certified Pay: $20.00/hour. Upon successfully obtaining your RBT certification, your rate increases to $20.00/hour starting the following full pay period.
Schedule
Part-time | Monday–Friday | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM