Behavior Technician - Fee for Service

Merakey; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Merakey is seeking Behavior Technicians to join their team in Dearborn, Michigan. This role involves providing direct services using evidence-based treatments, collecting data, and engaging with children. Candidates must have a high school diploma and be available to work various hours during the week. Opportunities for training and clinical supervision towards licensure are provided.

Benefits

DailyPay — access your pay when you need it!

Retirement plan options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee discounts and savings programs

Access to Pryor Online Learning

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED minimum required.
• 3-6 months experience in behavioral health services preferred.
• Current Registered Behavior Technician certification or training completion within 1-2 weeks.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 direct services in family homes, schools, and community settings.
• Complete timely ongoing data collection and documentation.
• Apply individualized treatment while engaging with children.

Skills

Behavioral health services

Data collection

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor’s degree

Job description

Description

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking Behavior Technicians to join our team at our program in Dearborn, Michigan.

If you are a Paraprofessional, Registered Behavior Technician, Behavior Health Technician, or a Personal Care Aide, this is the opportunity for you!

We provide PAID clearances, training, and have opportunities for clinical supervision towards licensure.

Earn up to $18.00 an hour.

Monday-Friday - Must be available various hours from 9am - 5:30pm!

POSITION DETAILS

• At Merakey, you can make a change in the life of a child by using evidence-based treatments such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to provide 1:1 direct services in family homes, schools, and community settings.

• Complete timely ongoing data collection, including parent/staff correspondence and all required documentation.

• Have fun and let your personality shine while applying individualized treatment.

• Other duties as assigned.

To make a difference in a child’s life – apply today at www.merakey.org/careers

Requisition number : 100700

Benefits

Merakey offers benefits tailored to support your unique work arrangements.

• DailyPay — access your pay when you need it!
• Retirement plan — both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker, including limited medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance (*not a substitute for major medical insurance).
• Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services (for FFS employees working at least 170 hours per quarter).
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Enjoy our On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees support nearly 40,000 individuals and families across 12 states each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. We are committed to creating diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds. Veterans are welcome to apply!

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED minimum.
• Availability to work various hours from 9:00 am - 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday.

Preferred:

• 3-6 months experience in behavioral health services.
• Current Registered Behavior Technician certification OR ability to complete 40 hours of competency-based training within 1-2 weeks of employment.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree highly preferred.