Behavior Technician - Work with Kids - Training Provided

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 with autism
• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a BCBA
• Teach communication, social, and daily living skills using evidence-based techniques
• Reduce interfering behaviors in children with autism
• Provide support and encouragement to children and their families
• Participate in team meetings and collaborate with other professionals to develop and implement effective behavior intervention plans
• Document progress and communicate with parents and other caregivers

Requirements

• Passionate about helping children with autism
• Patient, compassionate, and able to work well in a team
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• 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

• Experience working as a: Behavioral Technician, Working in some capacity with children with autism or other learning disabilities, Teacher’s Aid, Tutor, CNA, Caregiver or Home Health Aide

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of behavior analysis principles and techniques
• Patience and empathy
• Flexibility and adaptability

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 an impact in the life of a special needs child

Pay

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00 per hour.

Schedule

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