Behavior Technician

Upstate Cerebral Palsy; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Paid training and mentorship

Job summary

A supportive organization for individuals with developmental challenges in New York seeks compassionate professionals to empower students and adults through targeted skill development. Responsibilities include using ABA techniques to enhance communication and daily living skills, and collaborating with a dedicated team. Competitive hourly pay of $21.23 is offered, along with benefits such as health coverage and tuition assistance for further professional development. Join us to make a real impact every day.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, or a related field.
• A passion for helping individuals with autism and IDD succeed.
• Commitment to earning RBT certification within your first year.

Responsibilities

• Teach independence through communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Apply ABA techniques to reduce challenging behaviors and build new skills.
• Collect and analyze data to track progress and guide treatment plans.
• Collaborate with a supportive, multidisciplinary team.
• Make a real impact – every single day.

Skills

ABA techniques

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or education

Job description

Responsibilities

• Teach independence through communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Apply ABA techniques to reduce challenging behaviors and build new skills.
• Collect and analyze data to track progress and guide treatment plans.
• Collaborate with a supportive, multidisciplinary team.
• Make a real impact – every single day.

Settings

• Tradewinds Education Center – support students ages 5–21 with significant behavioral and developmental challenges in a therapeutic learning environment.
• New Discoveries Learning Center – work with preschoolers ages 3–5 in an inclusive setting preparing them for kindergarten, emphasizing hands‑on learning, social development, and early intervention services such as speech, occupational, and physical therapy.
• Youth & Adult Residential Programs – provide care and support in our Children’s Residential Program (CRP) and Adult Residential Programs, creating home‑like environments where individuals can thrive.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, education, or a related field.
• A passion for helping individuals with autism and IDD succeed.
• Commitment to earning Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification within your first year.

Compensation

• Starting pay: $21.23 per hour.
• Full‑time positions in school programs or residential settings.
• Paid training and mentorship from experienced BCBAs.
• Tuition assistance for BCBA coursework and professional development.

Career Ladder

• Behavior Technician
  • 6‑Month Comprehensive Clinical Apprenticeship.
  • Weekly supervision from Licensed BCBA.
  • Learn foundational clinical skills.
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)
  • Earn national RBT certification in ABA.
  • Increased pay and recognition.
• Applied Behavior Analysis Instructor
  • Significant tuition support for completing BCBA coursework (Master’s).
  • Advanced skills under supervision of Senior BCBA.
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
  • Become a BCBA and NYS licensed behavior analyst.
  • Supervise staff and present at conferences.
• Senior BCBA
  • Enhance leadership skills as part of our clinical team.
  • Provide clinical supervision to BCBAs and direction to program staff.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Low‑cost individual health insurance plan.
• Dollar‑for‑dollar retirement match (up to 7%).
• Life insurance & voluntary benefits.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Generous paid time off (Sick, Vacation, Employee Leave).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Service awards & employee appreciation events.
• Employee discounts.