Behavior Technician

Centria Autism; Farmers Branch (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured career path in the field of Behavioral Analysis

Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via our Benefit Hub

Access to Employee Assistance Plan

Early wage access - Work today, get paid tomorrow!

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

Job summary

A leading autism support organization in Farmers Branch, Texas, is seeking enthusiastic individuals for the role of Behavior Technician. In this position, you will work directly with children with autism, implementing individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. Ideal candidates should be passionate and patient, possess a high school diploma, and be able to pass a background check. The position offers a pay range of $15 - $20 per hour and various perks to enrich your career in behavioral analysis.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to move in various positions (sit, squat, bend, etc.).
• Candidates must obtain a Registered Behavior Technician Certification after onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children, implementing individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a BCBA.
• Use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Reduce interfering behaviors.
• Perform activities to support physical engagement, such as sitting and standing.

Skills

Passionate about helping children with autism

Patient and compassionate

Ability to work well in a team

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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-on-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.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children, implementing individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a BCBA.
• Use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Reduce interfering behaviors.
• Perform activities to support physical engagement, such as sitting, standing, and assisting with mobility as needed (may include lifting up to 50 pounds).

Requirements / 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
• Candidates must obtain a Registered Behavior Technician Certification after completing onboarding

Pay

Pay Range: $15 - $20

Perks

• 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
• Early wage access to employees - Work today, get paid tomorrow!
• Unlimited opportunities to make an impact in the life of a special needs child

EEO / Legal

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. Centria reserves the right to amend this job description at any time, with or without written notice.