Behavior Technician - Fee for Service - Enola, PA

Merakey; Enola (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Merakey is seeking a dedicated Behavior Technician in Enola, PA. This position involves supporting students with developmental disabilities in a school environment. The ideal candidate will work directly with individuals following personalized educational plans, providing essential behavioral interventions and support. No prior experience is required as paid training is provided.

Benefits

DailyPay - Access your pay when needed

Retirement plan options available

Voluntary limited benefits including medical, dental, vision

Access to Care.com for childcare services

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Well-being platform with self-care resources

Employee discounts on entertainment and travel

Free online personal development classes

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
• 6 months experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Experience with children with autism preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students based on IEP and PBSP plans.
• Provide behavioral and physical interventions as required.
• Conduct data collection and monitor client performance.

Skills

Experience working with developmental disabilities

Experience working with children with autism

Education

High school diploma or GED

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Behavior Technician - Fee for Service

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Enola, Pennsylvania, United States

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Position Type

Fee for Service

Shift

1st Shift - no week-ends

Work Schedule

8:30 am - 3:15 pm

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualification:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or general educational development (GED) is required.


• 6 months of experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred.


• Experience working with children with autism is preferred.


• Must be available the full school day, Monday-Friday from 8:30-3:15

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, where you will have the opportunity to work with 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 help our students learn in a trauma-informed environment. In this role, you will be part of a team where you can have fun and be an integral part of 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 range from simple prompting and/or guided transport up to, and including, physical restraint of client. Interventions vary based on program regulations and appropriate training is provided based on same.


• Monitor client performance and record relevant data to assess progress.


• Accompany and assist client(s)/student(s) with activities and daily living which may include assisting with 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 for employee contributions.


• Voluntary limited benefits offered through the American Worker. Offerings include 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 provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country 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 deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!