Behavior Technician

Grafton Integrated Health Network; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 29,453 - 38,627; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals during shift

Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts

Generous Paid Time Off plan

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) with employer match

Education Assistance up to $5,250 annually

Job summary

Grafton Integrated Health Network in Winchester, VA is hiring a Behavior Technician. The role involves implementing behavioral services for children under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. Candidates should have a strong communication skill set and a valid RBT certification.

Benefits include competitive hourly compensation starting at $21.38, career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package that covers medical, dental, and flexible spending accounts.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Experience working with children with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Requires effective communication and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver behavioral services to children and families.
• Maintain accurate case records and document activities.
• Support families in implementing behavior strategies.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Outstanding social skills

Solid reporting skills

Impartial assessment skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field

Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification

Associate’s degree and 3 months experience

High school diploma and 6 months experience

Tools

Ukeru certification

Job description

Behavior Technician

Turn Challenges into Breakthroughs — One Step at a Time
At Grafton, we’re guided by a shared purpose: helping individuals with developmental and behavioral challenges reach their fullest potential. As a Behavior Technician, your meaningful impact happens in the everyday moments—helping individuals learn, grow, and achieve new milestones. You’ll work within a culture of teamwork and collaboration, supported by professionals who share your drive and dedication. And because we care for you so you can care for others, we provide training, mentorship, and a supportive environment where you can build a rewarding career.

Join us — and see the impact of your expertise changes lives every day!
Be part of a team that leads Heart & GRIT, the Grafton Way!

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Behavior Specialist/Behavior Technician is responsible for direct delivery of behavioral services to children and families/caregivers. This position maintains accurate record keeping of case notes and communicates with the supervising Board-Certified Behavior Analyst about the program and the progress of the treatment plan for individuals served. The position will utilize the strategies and principles of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) to manage a caseload of clients and work with their families by providing services in family homes or other appropriate settings. Reports to a Clinical Administrator or a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).

Essential Job Functions

• Works under the supervision of a BCBA to collaboratively establish and/or implement a treatment plan based on a functional assessment.
• Provide direct delivery of the behavioral services to the children and families by implementing goals and objectives to ensure safety and engagement in appropriate instructional, leisure, and daily living activities within a natural environment and under the supervision of a BCBA.
• May prepare written assessments, assessing service recipients from multiple perspectives, including family functioning, social, academic, and behavioral, skills, strengths, barriers self‑sufficiency, treatment history, and others, and utilizing various assessment instruments as appropriate.
• Implement language and academic programs by collecting individual progress data, maintaining program books, and creating teaching materials.
• Document case activities or other required daily documentation for both data analysis and billing purposes in a timely manner.
• Schedule and keep scheduled appointments to support family with implementing behavior intervention in home and schedule and keep supervision meetings with BCBA for supervision and as needed.
• Discuss treatment progress, supports family in implementing in‑home behavior strategies that support the treatment plan, and responds to parents and/or guardians regarding operations, events, incidents, etc.
• Attends job specific conferences and/or training as scheduled, and assists in the trainings and mentoring of new staff.
• Communicate effectively about all ideas, successes or concerns.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Training And Experience

• Must be 21 years of age.
• A valid, acceptable driver’s license.
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification required. Any applicant who is not RBT certified at hire will be given 6 months to obtain certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, human services or a related field OR
• Associate’s degree and 3 months experience working with children required OR
• High school diploma and 6 months experience working with children required.
• Prior experience working with children with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities preferred.
• Experience in writing Positive Behavior Support plans and in designing and evaluating behavioral interventions preferred.
• Effective oral and written communication skills and outstanding social skills.
• Solid reporting skills and impartial assessment skills are essential.
• Requires Ukeru certification.

Compensation

• Starting at $21.38 up to $28.04/hour based on years of experience.
• Depending on hours worked you may be eligible for Grafton’s shift differential that is currently being offered.
• Shift Differentials: $1.50/hr. weekday evenings & overnight 3:30p - 7:00a & $3.00/hr. weekend Fri 3:30p - Mon 7:00a.

Employee Benefits

• Free meals during shift
• Medical, dental and vision
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Generous Paid Time Off plan & attendance incentives
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-term disability (STD)
• Long-term disability (LTD)

Stronger Together: Supporting Your Growth & Success

• Paid Career Development - we pay you while becoming certified in CPR, Ukeru, Mandt and other career training!
• 401(k), including an employer match up to $2,500 annually
• Education Assistance up to $5,250 annually
• As Grafton is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, you may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness.

If you require a reasonable accommodation or need assistance with the application or interview process please contact us at [e-mail]. Grafton is an equal employment opportunity employer and tobacco-free workplace. #LP