Spanish Speaking 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 BCBA and other staff members
• Observe and document progress and behaviors
• Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers
• Adapt to the unpredictable and potentially confrontational nature of working with children with autism

Requirements

• Patient, compassionate, and able to work well in a team environment
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to obtain a CPR, First Aid Certification, and Tuberculosis test (if not done within 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
• Must obtain a Registered Behavior Technician Certification after completing onboarding
• Candidates must be bilingual in Spanish

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping children with autism
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive attitude and ability to maintain composure in challenging situations
• Experience with positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS)
• Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles

Skills

• Positive behavioral interventions and supports (PBIS)
• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles
• Communication and social skills
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Patience and compassion

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 $20 - $29 per hour.

Schedule

Hours may vary based on client needs and schedules.