Autism Center Behavior Technician — Data-Driven Care

University of North Texas - Denton; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Texas - Denton is seeking a Behavioral Technician to provide direct services to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder at the Kristin Farmer Autism Center under the supervision of a BCBA. The role emphasizes data collection, conducting assessments, and implementing skill acquisition and behavior reduction procedures.

The position includes training new staff, supervising part-time technicians, and maintaining accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and one year of experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Basic understanding of behavior analytic principles and procedures.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices.
• Registered Behavior Technician credential or ability to obtain within 6–12 months; required to maintain recertification.

Responsibilities

• Models core organization beliefs, values, and expectations.
• Directly implements individualized skill acquisition and behavior reduction plans developed by the Behavior Analyst with accuracy and fidelity.
• Prepares and maintains client materials as directed by supervisor.
• Accurately collects, records, and graphs client data, and reports concerns regarding client progress to supervisor.
• Assists clients with physical, communicative, emotional, and instructional needs, including lifting, positioning, feeding, toileting, and personal hygiene.
• Maintains neat, clean, and orderly clinical spaces including classrooms and treatment rooms.
• In collaboration with the Behavior Analyst, instructs and supervises parttime Behavior Technicians in the effective delivery of behavioral interventions through modeling and feedback on instructional effectiveness and performance.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, trainings, and special events as required.
• Conduct fidelity checks on parttime behavior technicians and monitors performance progress.
• Follows UNT and departmental policies and procedures, legal requirements, verbal/written directives, and Professional Codes of Ethics and Standards.

Skills

Behavioral data collection

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

University of North Texas - Denton is seeking a Behavioral Technician to provide direct services to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder at the Kristin Farmer Autism Center under the supervision of a BCBA. The role emphasizes data collection, conducting assessments, and implementing skill acquisition and behavior reduction procedures.

The position includes training new staff, supervising part-time technicians, and maintaining accurate documentation.