Autism Technician - Full Time

Mercyhealth; Janesville, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition & certification reimbursement

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking an Autism Technician to provide behavioral services in the autism program under supervision. You will work with a treatment team, implement plans, and document patient progress in the medical record. The role requires de-escalation competencies and engagement in performance improvement activities.

Schedule is Monday-Friday, day hours with two evenings per week until 7:00pm. Requires 40 hours autism orientation and CPR/BLS within 90 days. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must complete 40 hours of autism orientation and apply techniques.
• CPR/BLS certification due within 90 days of hire.
• Proficient in documenting patient observations in medical records.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home and community behavioral services per treatment plan.
• Attend treatment team meetings and communicate patient progress.
• Document observations and care in the medical record.
• Monitor patient reactions to medications or treatments and report to supervisor.
• Maintain de-escalation techniques daily and participate in performance improvement activities.

Skills

De-escalation training

Observation & reporting

Team collaboration

Documentation skills

Independent judgment

Education

Autism orientation (40 hours)

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

## Autism Technician - Full TimeApply: Mercyhealth Henry Palmer Building - Janesville, WI: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-00765**OVERVIEW**The Autism Technician, under supervision, provides behavioral services to patients in the autism program. They participate in the treatment team and carries out services as described on the treatment plan. This role includes the following duties and actively supports the mission statement of Mercy Behavioral Health Services **Schedule**: Monday-Friday, Day time hours with two evenings per week until 7:00pm**Shift**: Days **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Provides in-home and community behavioral services to patients with autism as directed in the treatment plan.* Participates as a treatment team member by attending meetings, providing feedback about patient progress, and sharing impressions of patient status.* Documents observations and care provided in the medical record.* Observes patients and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment to the Program Supervisor and/or Qualified Supervising Provider* Participates in department and unit performance improvement activities.* The employee will need to maintain current de-escalation training and utilize de-escalation techniques on a daily basis.**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE**Must complete 40 hours of specified orientation on autism and application of techniques.**CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE**Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days Managing Threatening Confrontations Certified (on the job training) within 90 days**OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES**COMPUTER SKILLS To perform this job successfully, basic computer skills are required. **LEVEL OF SUPERVISION**Requires a high level of independent judgment.**PAY RANGE:**$19.02 - $29.48Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:* Medical, Dental, Vision* Life & Disability Insurance* FSA/HSA Options* Generous, accruing paid time off* Paid Parental and caregiver leave* Career advancement and educational opportunities* Tuition and certification reimbursement* Certification Reimbursement* Well-being Programs* Employee Discounts* On-Demand Pay* Financial Education* Annual recognition/awards events* Partner appreciation days* Family entertainment/attractions discount* Community service/improvement opportunities