Autism Behavior Technician — One-on-One Impact & Growth

Centria Autism; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career path

Benefit Hub discounts

Employee assistance plan

Early wage access

Impact opportunities

Job summary

Centria Autism is seeking enthusiastic Behavior Technicians to work one-on-one with children with autism. You will implement individualized behavior plans under a BCBA, teaching communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing interfering behaviors.

We provide comprehensive training, so no prior experience is required. Candidates must be patient, compassionate, and able to lift up to 50 pounds. Pay is $19–$25 per hour; benefits and structured career growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping children with autism.
• Patient, compassionate, and able to work well in a team.
• 18+ years of age.
• 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
• Registered Behavior Technician Certification required within 45 days of completing onboarding requirements

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children under BCBA guidance.
• Teach communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing interfering behaviors.
• Support children in a safe, nurturing environment while following intervention plans

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Tuberculosis test

Registered Behavior Technician Certification

Job description

Centria Autism is seeking enthusiastic Behavior Technicians to work one-on-one with children with autism. You will implement individualized behavior plans under a BCBA, teaching communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing interfering behaviors.

We provide comprehensive training, so no prior experience is required. Candidates must be patient, compassionate, and able to lift up to 50 pounds. Pay is $19–$25 per hour; benefits and structured career growth are offered.