Behavior Technician - Fee for Service

Merakey; Enola (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a Behavior Technician to support students with autism in a school setting. This role provides an opportunity for personal growth while working with dedicated team members to improve the lives of children. No experience is required as training is provided, and the position offers a competitive rate of $20/hour.

Benefits

DailyPay

Retirement plan options

Voluntary medical, dental, and life insurance

Access to Care.com for childcare and elder care

EAP services (counseling, legal, financial)

On the Goga well-being platform

Employee discounts on entertainment and travel

Access to personal development classes

Qualifications

• Experience with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Experience working with children with autism preferred.
• Full school day availability (Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM).

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with autistic/emotional support students.
• Follow Individual Education Plans (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plans (PBSP).
• Monitor client performance and record relevant data.

Skills

Empathy

Data collection

Behavioral interventions

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 a Behavior Technician to join our team at our program in Hampden Township, located in the Cumberland Valley School District, PA.

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

No experience required - we provide PAID training.

Earn $20.00 an hour Monday-Friday (up to 30 hours a week).

Position Details and Duties

As a Behavior Technician, you will work one-on-one in our school setting, supporting a wide variety of autistic/emotional support students who are all unique and amazing! Following each child's Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP), you will help the student achieve their academic and behavioral goals. Your dedication and empathy will foster a trauma-informed environment conducive to learning. In this role, you will be part of a team where you can have fun and significantly contribute to our students' development.

• Complete timely ongoing data collection, including parent/staff correspondence and all required documentation.
• Provide behavioral interventions and physical interventions as needed. Physical interventions may include prompting, guided transport, and physical restraint, depending on program regulations and training provided.
• Monitor client performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
• Assist clients/students with activities and daily living tasks, including toileting and grooming.
• Other duties as assigned.

To be the difference in a child's life, apply today at: www.Merakey.org/careers

Requisition number: 101070

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.
• Voluntary limited benefits through American Worker, including 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 via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Enjoy our On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free personal development classes.

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and educational services. Over 8,000 employees support nearly 40,000 individuals and families across 12 states annually. 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 identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. We are committed to creating teams that reflect community diversity and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds. Veterans are welcome to apply!

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6 months of experience with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Experience working with children with autism preferred.
• Availability for the full school day, Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:15 PM.