Behavior Technician

Merakey; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Behavior Technician to join their team in Indiana, PA. In this role, you will support autistic/emotional support students in achieving academic and behavioral goals through dedicated, trauma-informed care. This position offers paid training and full-time hours, providing an excellent opportunity for a fulfilling career in child development.

Benefits

DailyPay — access your pay when you need it!

Retirement plan options available.

Voluntary limited benefits including medical, dental, and vision.

Access to Care.com for backup childcare services.

Confidential counseling and financial services through EAP.

Free online personal development classes via Pryor Online Learning.

Qualifications

• Availability to work full days from 8:15 am to 3:15 pm, Monday – Friday.
• 3-6 months of experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Experience working with children with autism preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one in a school setting with students who have autism/emotional support needs.
• Complete ongoing data collection and documentation for client performance.
• Collaborate with families and team members for continuity of care.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Behavioral intervention

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Behavior Technician to join our team at our program in Indiana, PA.

If you are a Paraprofessional, Registered Behavior Technician, Behavior Health Technician, or a Personal Care Aide, this is the opportunity for you!

No experience required - we provide PAID training.

Earn $18.50/hour. Monday – Friday, full school day 8:30 am – 3:15 pm.

As a Behavior Technician, you will work one-on-one in our school setting, engaging with a variety of autistic/emotional support students who are all unique and amazing! Following each child’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP), you will help the student achieve their academic and behavioral goals. Your dedication and empathy will help our students learn in a trauma-informed environment. In this role, you will be part of a team where you can have fun and be an integral part of our students’ development.

• Complete timely ongoing data collection, including parent/staff correspondence and all required documentation.
• Provide behavioral interventions and physical interventions as needed. Physical interventions may range from simple prompting and/or guided transport up to, and including, physical restraint of the client. Interventions vary based on program regulations and appropriate training is provided.
• Monitor client performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
• Assist clients/students with activities and daily living, including toileting and grooming.
• Collaborate with families and team members for continuity of care.
• Implement and follow through with client/student behavior plans and individualized reinforcement systems.
• Complete required training(s) as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

To make a difference in a child’s life – apply today at www.merakey.org/careers

Requisition number: 101364

Benefits

Merakey offers benefits tailored to support your unique work arrangements.

• DailyPay — access your pay when you need it!
• Retirement plan — both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available.
• Voluntary limited benefits through the American Worker, including limited medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services (for FFS employees working at least 170 hours per quarter).
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Enjoy our On the Go well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees support nearly 40,000 individuals and families across 12 states each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. We encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds and welcome all Veterans to apply!

Qualifications

Our ideal candidate will possess the following skills:

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Availability to work full days from 8:15 am to 3:15 pm, Monday – Friday, is required.
• 3-6 months of experience working with people with developmental disabilities is preferred.
• Experience working with children with autism is preferred.