Behavior Technician

Centria Autism; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured career path in Behavioral Analysis

Discounts to retail partners

Access to Employee Assistance Plan

Early wage access through Rain

Opportunities to make an impact

Job summary

A children's behavioral health company is seeking enthusiastic Behavior Technicians in Fredericksburg, VA. You will work one-on-one with children with autism, implementing individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a BCBA. Ideal candidates are passionate and compassionate, with a high school diploma and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. This role offers a structured career path and various perks, including early wage access and mental health support.

Qualifications

• Passionate about helping children with autism.
• Able to work well in a team environment.
• Must be 18+ years of age.
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Can lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Registered Behavior Technician Certification required post-onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children under a BCBA's guidance.
• Use evidence-based techniques to teach skills.
• Collaborate with teams for child progress.
• Manage physical requirements for supporting children.

Skills

Compassionate

Teamwork

Patient

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 and reduce interfering behaviors.
• Collaborate with a team and participate in training to support child progress.
• Be comfortable with physical requirements to support children, including standing, walking, sitting, grasping, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, lifting, and carrying up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications & 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 CPR, First Aid Certification and a 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: $20 - $24

Perks

• Structured career path in the field of Behavioral Analysis
• Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via Benefit Hub
• Access to Centria’s Employee Assistance Plan with benefits around mental health and counseling
• Early wage access to employees through Rain - Work today, get paid tomorrow!
• 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. Centria reserves the right to amend this job description at any time, with or without written notice.