Behavior Technician

Behavioral Concepts; Leominster (MA); On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate individuals to join their team as Behavior Technicians. In this rewarding entry-level role, you will help children with autism develop essential skills through applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive environment, you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families. Enjoy flexible scheduling options and the potential for career advancement in a field dedicated to improving the lives of those with special needs. If you are eager to learn and passionate about making a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Sick Leave

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and eligible to work in the U.S.
• Willingness to learn about autism and ABA therapy.

Responsibilities

• Support children with autism through play-based therapy.
• Create positive changes for children and their families.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Enthusiasm

Reliability

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Gain rewarding experience with Behavioral Concepts (BCI) —part of LEARN Behavioral!

With one in 36 children diagnosed with autism, this entry-level job is in big demand. As a Behavior Technician at BCI, you’ll have the exciting role of helping children with autism learn, grow, and build communication, socialization, and self-help skills through a form of play-based therapy known as applied behavior analysis (ABA)!

Who We’re Looking For

Working as a Behavior Technician requires some specific characteristics that we look for, including:

• A genuine desire to help children with autism and their families reach their goals.
• A steady supply of compassion, empathy, enthusiasm, kindness, goodwill, and reliability.
• A willingness to learn about autism, learning differences, and ABA.

What We Offer

At BCI, we want to help you reach your career goals. Once you learn the ropes of ABA, there’s potential to be promoted in as little as three months and plenty of opportunities to develop professionally! Check out our additional perks.

• If you work full-time, you can earn up to 15 days of paid time off (PTO) after 90 days of employment.
• If you work part-time, you are eligible for sick leave.

Specifics to This Position

• Working with kids 1-22 years with autism and special needs in their homes or in one of our centers.
• Education requirements: High School Diploma or GED
• Transportation requirements: Reliable transportation
  • Valid Driver’s License and personal vehicle preferred
• Schedule requirements:
  • Part-time M-F, T/Th or M/W/F options, various session times between the hours of 8am-3pm
• Earn starting pay at $22/hr and up with experience.
• Become eligible to earn (RBT) certification.

What You Have

• Meet the minimum age requirement of 18 (on or before the first day of employment).
• Eligibility to work in the United States.
• Availability to work a consistent weekly schedule: mornings, afternoons, and/or evenings.
• The ability to pass a background check.
• Not to mention, it’s a plus if you:
  • Are bi-lingual, with English/Spanish fluency.
  • Studied, majored, or minored in psychology, education, special education, childcare, behavioral health, health science, or a related field.
  • Have experience working with children, whether as a babysitter, nanny, tutor, teacher, coach, camp counselor, or some other form of childcare.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Gaining training and skills to support a career in behavior analysis, behavioral health, teaching, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, counseling, mental health, and parenting.
• Creating lasting, positive change for children and their families.

Physical requirements vary and are based on specific client assignments. You may be asked to engage in any of the following: push, pull, and lift up to 35 pounds and move quickly, according to client needs. It is necessary to be able to sit on the floor, stoop, stand, walk, and run.

Ready to make a difference in someone’s life, including your own? Apply today.

BCI is part of LEARN Behavioral, a collective group of ABA providers dedicated to delivering collaborative care and nurturing the unique potential of children with autism and special needs in communities from coast-to-coast.

LEARN Behavioral is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.