Behavior Technician

Centria Autism; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 26,174 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career path

Benefit Hub discounts

Employee Assistance Plan

Impactful work with kids

Job summary

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to join Centria Autism as Behavior Technicians, delivering one-to-one behavioral support under the guidance of a BCBA. You will implement evidence‑based techniques to help children with autism develop communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing interfering behaviors.

We offer comprehensive training and opportunities to grow in the field of Behavioral Analysis.

Qualifications

• Empathy and patience when supporting children with autism.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow guidance from BCBA.
• Strong communication with children and families.
• Commitment to safety and child well-being.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one intervention under BCBA supervision.
• Implement individualized behavior plans and data collection.
• Assist children with communication, social, and daily living skills.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Patience

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Behavior Technicians. As a Behavior Technician, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with autism.

In this role, you will work one‑to‑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.

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about helping children with autism reach their full potential. You will need to be patient, compassionate, and able to work well in a team environment. We will provide comprehensive training so that you are equipped and empowered to help each child, even if you don’t currently have experience. Children can be unpredictable and potentially confrontational, so this role is not for the weak of spirit, mind, or body. Part of the joy of working with kids is exercise! Our clients move, so you need to be comfortable standing, walking, sitting, grasping, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, lifting, and at times carrying children or objects that weigh up to 50 pounds.

At the end of each day, you will go home knowing that you have made a meaningful impact on the life of a child and their family. Join us and become a part of a dedicated team that is changing lives for the better.

Pay Range

$19 - $24

Requirements

• 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.

Perks of Working at Centria

• 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
• Unlimited opportunities to make an impact in the life of a special needs child

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, Veteran status, or disability status. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. This pay scale range is the full range of potential wages Centria Autism reasonably expects to pay for employees with this job title and this pay scale range varies dependent on job qualifications, performance, experience, and/or seniority. This range should not be interpreted to mean that Centria Autism currently employs any employees with this job title at the bottom or top of the pay scale range. Centria reserves the right to amend this job description at any time, with or without written notice.

Job Duties

• Sitting down and standing up from the floor or chair many times throughout the work day.
• Occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Running or moving quickly as needed to interact with and for the safety and protection of client(s).