Behavior Technician

card; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend pay

Holiday pay

BCAT certification paid

Training and growth

Discounts and perks

Job summary

CARD is seeking an enthusiastic Behavior Technician to implement Applied Behavior Analysis programs under a Clinical Supervisor. You will work in diverse settings including CARD centers, homes, schools, and telehealth, delivering high-quality, data-driven therapy to patients with ASD.

Applicants must have a High School Diploma or equivalent and complete CARD training with a written exam and field evaluation. A valid driver’s license and transportation may be required for some locations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with individuals with ASD preferred.
• TRAINING: pass CARD Behavior Technician Training program with exam and field eval.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct 1:1 or group treatment under Clinical Supervisor.
• Deliver treatment meeting CARD quality standards.
• Record data on patient progress with high fidelity.
• Incorporate Clinical Supervisor feedback into sessions.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and professional conduct.
• Travel to center/home/school/clinic/community sites as needed.

Skills

Empathetic

Team collaboration

Independent work

Communication

Time management

Flexible locations

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Hourly Rate: $20.00 - $24.00

9901 NE 7th Ave. Suite C-116 Vancouver, Washington 98685

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE:

• Earn more: Raises after training + milestone increases; weekend (+$1.50/hr) & holiday pay (+$3.00/hr)
• Grow fast: BT Levels 1–5 + hands-on ABA experience
• Flexible work: Part-time schedule across multiple settings
• Great support: Free virtual mental health + everyday discounts
• Career path: Clear growth from BT to advanced roles
• Extra perks: Rewards program (gift cards/PTO) + BenefitHub savings
• Education boost: BCAT certification paid (up to 3x) + pay increase
• Long-term future: Fieldwork Fellowship Program, Pathways to Senior BT, leadership, and BCBA roles

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Behavior Technicians implement Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment programs with CARD patients and families under the direction of a Clinical Supervisor. Treatment plans are designed to address skill acquisition as well as challenging behavior reduction and may occur in a variety of settings including the CARD center, patient’s home, school, community, or via telehealth. Behavior Technicians report to the CARD Operations Manager. This position has no direct reports.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide direct treatment to patients under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor in a 1:1 or group environment
• Provide treatment that exceeds CARD’s clinical quality standards
• Collect and record data on patient progress with high fidelity
• Review and implement Clinical Supervisor feedback during each treatment session
• Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, families, and colleagues
• Provide a safe and supportive environment for patients, families, and colleagues
• Seek personal growth and training opportunities to ensure clinical excellence
• Maintain accurate and timely records
• Always maintain compliance with HIPAA requirements
• Represent CARD professionally and ethically to internal and external stakeholders
• Adhere to CARD policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must pass initial CARD Behavior Technician Training program, including passing a comprehensive written exam and field evaluation
• Experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Empathetic and compassionate individual with the ability to maintain strict confidentiality
• Ability to work collaboratively with team members while maintaining a positive and solution focused attitude
• Ability to work independently while providing direct treatment to patients
• An effective communicator in both verbal and written formats
• Demonstrate excellent time management skills and the ability to work in a fast paced, changing environment
• Desire to continuously learn and develop skillsets
• Willingness to work in a variety of locations (center, patient home, etc.)
• Willingness to work with a variety of patients
• Reliable means of transportation with proof of auto insurance for some locations
• Ability to commit to at least six months of employment without major changes in schedule or location
• English proficiency, both verbal and written, is required

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Treatment may occur in a variety of settings including the patient’s home, the CARD center, the patient’s school, the community, or via telehealth. Behavior Technicians work in environments that are both indoors and outdoors and may move between different locations throughout the course of the workday.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Be able to work with patients who are seated on the floor, in small chairs, or other home, school, community and clinic environments
• Move frequently throughout the therapeutic setting to gather materials, anticipate, and respond to the movement of a patient, and/or provide instruction in a variety of settings, such as school, playground, clinic, or community locations
• Constantly position oneself to participate and respond to the movements and behaviors of patients, including but not limited to bending to assist a patient, kneeling/crouching to teach a play skill, hurrying to block an open doorway, or reaching to prevent a patient from entering a traffic congested street
• Be able to utilize continuous visual tracking to monitor the movement of patients, as well as the items and circumstances in the surrounding environment
• Occasionally move to evade aggressive behaviors and/or physically block attempts to aggress towards others. Responding to behaviors may occasionally require bearing weight of a patient who is leaning, pushing, etc.
• Frequently teach patients to use vocal speech. Must be able to articulate sound and model speaking clearly, as well as listen to and shape vocal communication of patients
• Occasionally use modeling to teach gross motor skills, such as climbing or jumping, and fine motor skills such as clapping or opening a container
• Work in both indoor and outdoor settings as they relate to the patient’s natural environment, which may include being outdoors in a variety of weather conditions (e.g., community skills, recess in a school setting, etc.)
• Be able to lift up to 30 lbs. while assisting patients

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