ABA Behavior Technician III

Intercept Youth Services; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance options

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A community-focused behavioral health agency in Virginia is seeking an ABA Behavior Technician III to provide direct behavioral therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults with autism and developmental disabilities. The role involves developing programs under the supervision of a BCBA and promoting essential skills. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience working with children, while a bachelor’s degree and a registered behavior technician credential are preferred. Comprehensive benefits are offered including health insurance and 401(k).

Qualifications

• At least a high school diploma and experience working with children.
• Bachelor's in psychology, sociology, counseling, or applied behavioral science preferred.
• Must have a registered behavior technician credential or complete necessary training within 2 months.

Responsibilities

• Conduct direct behavioral therapy for children with autism and developmental disabilities.
• Develop programs for 4-8 clients under BCBA supervision.
• Promote language, behavioral, social, and daily living skills.

Skills

Behavioral therapy

Experience with children

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in behavioral science

Job description

ABA Behavior Technician III

Intercept Health is a family‑owned agency serving various mental and behavioral health, substance use, and foster care needs in Virginia. In 1996, what started as a single group home for boys has evolved year after year to fill gaps and meet the service needs of families and communities throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.

“We help people grow and live their healthiest lives.”

Values – STOP & ASK

• S - Service Excellence: “WOW” clients, customers, and coworkers.
• T - Team Loyalty: help others succeed.
• O - Ownership: “see it, own it, solve it, do it.”
• P - Passion: inspire with positive energy and effort.
• A - Authenticity: be genuine and trustworthy.
• S - Solution Focused: overcome challenges with creativity.
• K - Kindness: smile, encourage, and respect everyone.

As an ABA Tech III, you will be responsible for direct behavioral therapy with children, adolescents, and young adults with autism, intellectual disabilities, or other developmental disabilities in our center‑based program and promote language, behavioral, social, and daily living skills. Responsible for program development of 4‑8 clients under supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

Education and Experience Required: The selected candidate will have at least a high school diploma and experience working with children. A bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science such as psychology, sociology, counseling, applied behavioral science, etc. is preferred. Specific experience with children who have Autism, intellectual or developmental disabilities, or ABA experience preferred. Must be in or completed approved course sequence for ABA. Must have a signed contract with Intercept supervisors for fieldwork hours.

Additional Requirements: Must possess a current registered behavior technician credential and be in good standing or must successfully complete a 40‑hour class, competency assessment, and exam to become a registered behavior technician within 2 months of hire.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Insurance options
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health and Child Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Employer Group Life Insurance, optional buy‑up insurances
• Voluntary Long Term & Short Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Optional Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 8 observed holidays

To review the full job description and learn more about Intercept Health, please visit: www.intercepthealth.com

Intercept Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in the workplace. We are also committed to providing a drug‑free, safe workplace for our employees and the clients we serve.