Behavior Technician

Centria Autism; San Tan Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured career path in Behavioral Analysis

Discounts to hundreds of retail partners

Access to Employee Assistance Plan

Early wage access to employees

Opportunities to make a meaningful impact

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in San Tan Valley, Arizona, is seeking enthusiastic Behavior Technicians to make a difference in the lives of children with autism. You will implement individualized plans under the guidance of a BCBA, teaching essential skills while promoting positive behaviors. Ideal candidates are patient, compassionate, and ready to help children thrive. This position offers a structured career path and additional perks like early wage access and discounts.

Qualifications

• 18+ years of age.
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans under BCBA supervision.
• Teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Reduce interfering behaviors while promoting positive alternatives.
• Collaborate with a BCBA and team to monitor progress.

Skills

Passionate about helping children with autism

Patient

Compassionate

Ability to work well in a team

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.

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 BCBA supervision
• Teach communication, social, and daily living skills using evidence-based techniques
• Help reduce interfering behaviors while promoting positive alternatives
• Collaborate with a BCBA and other team members to monitor progress and adjust strategies as needed

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 and 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

Additional qualifications

• Experience as a Behavioral Technician or in roles with children with autism or other learning disabilities (e.g., Teacher’s Aide, Tutor, CNA, Caregiver, Home Health Aide) – not required

Perks of Working at Centria

• 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 for mental health and counseling
• Early wage access to employees through Rain
• Opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the life of a special needs child

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, duties, or working conditions. Centria reserves the right to amend this job description at any time, with or without notice.