Behavior Technician

Early Autism Services; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Drive time compensation

401k Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Comprehensive Early Autism Services (CEAS) seeks Behavior Technicians to provide 1:1 ABA therapy for children ages 2-10 in home, school, and community settings. You will work closely with families, collect data, and collaborate with a team of therapists to support each child’s progress.

The role requires a car and willingness to travel within Salem/Portland areas, a bachelor's degree or pursuit in related fields, and the ability to lift about 30 pounds. Full- and part-time hours available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or pursuit of it in psychology, education, child development, or related field.
• Experience with young children or individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Must have a car and be willing to travel within Salem/Portland areas.
• Ability to lift approximately 30 pounds and move from seated position easily.

Responsibilities

• Work with the child in skill areas such as conversation, fine/gross motor, self-help, and pre-academic skills.
• Integrate the child’s family into therapy sessions.
• Collect data and make data-based decisions.
• Learn strategies and procedures to teach children with developmental delays.
• Attend team meetings and coordinate with therapists.
• Travel to clients' homes on the therapist's case load.

Skills

Travel willingness

Data collection

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or pursuing

Job description

Location: Salem, OR

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $16.00 - $21.00

Job Description

Comprehensive Early Autism Services (CEAS) provides therapy in the home, school, and community for children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Our program is based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis.

We are currently looking for Behavior Technicians to work 1:1 with children (ages 2-10) in a highly individualized and supportive environment. The duties and responsibilities of the Behavior Technician include:

• Working with the child in a number of skill areas, such as conversation skills, fine/gross motor skills, self- help skills, and pre-academic skills.
• Integrating the child's family into therapy sessions.
• Data collection and making data-based decisions.
• Learning strategies and procedures to teach children with developmental delays.
• Attending team meetings and coordinating with a team of therapists.
• Traveling to the home of each client on the therapist's case load.

Working with CEAS provides an opportunity for personal and career growth. Behavior Technicians with CEAS advance their communication, professional, and therapeutic skills, while working individually and alongside a team of therapists. Strong candidates will be able to display a commitment to helping children achieve their highest potential.

Beyond the rewarding experience of motivating and inspiring children through ABA therapy, benefits for Behavior Technicians include health Insurance options for full time employees, compensated drive time, and a 401k Retirement Savings Plan.

Our experienced BCBAs also offer BCBA, BCaBA, and RBT supervision.

Requirements

• This position requires a car and a willingness to travel within the Salem/Portland and surrounding areas
• A Bachelors degree or pursuit of a Bachelors degree in psychology, education, child development, or a related field
• Experience with young children or individuals with disabilities
• All employees must be able to lift approximately 30 pounds and the ability to move easily from a seated position. (Behavioral Therapists working in homes spend 80% of the time sitting on the floor with their clients).

Full and part-time hours are available.