Behavior Technician

Centriaautism; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured career path in ABA

Discounts to hundreds of retail via H-

Employee Assistance Plan with mental/c

Early wage access via Rain

Impactful work with special needs kids

Job summary

Centria is seeking enthusiastic Behavior Technicians to work one-on-one with children under the guidance of a BCBA, applying evidence-based techniques to build communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing challenging behaviors.

Applicants should be 18+, have a high school diploma or GED, and be passionate about helping children with autism. CPR/First Aid and TB tests may be required; RBT certification is obtained after onboarding.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Passion for helping children with autism.
• Patient and able to work well in a team.
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification and TB test.
• Background check required.
• Move in various positions and lift up to 50 pounds.
• RBT certification obtained after onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children under BCBA supervision.
• Use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Identify and reduce interfering behaviors to support functional outcomes.
• Participate in training to support children effectively, even with no prior experience.
• Engage in activities requiring standing, walking, bending, lifting up to 50 pounds.

Skills

Patience and empathy

Teamwork

Passion for helping children with auti

Education

High school diploma or GED

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification

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. 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 to implement individualized behavior intervention plans under the supervision of a BCBA.
• Use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Identify and reduce interfering behaviors to support functional outcomes for each child.
• Participate in training provided to equip you to support children effectively, even with no prior experience.
• Engage in activities that may require standing, walking, sitting, grasping, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, lifting, and, at times, carrying children or objects up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Passion for helping children with autism
• Patient, compassionate, and able to work well in a team
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification and complete a Tuberculosis test (if not completed in the last year)
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check
• Ability to move in various positions (sit, squat, bend, etc.) and lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Candidates must obtain a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) Certification after onboarding

Perks and Benefits

• 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 mental health and counseling benefits
• Early wage access through Rain – Work today, get paid tomorrow
• Unlimited opportunities to make an impact in the life of a special needs child

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. 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, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions. Centria reserves the right to amend the job description at any time, with or without written notice.