Behavior Technician - Fee for Service - Leechburg, PA

Merakey; Leechburg (Armstrong County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Behavior Technician to join their team in Leechburg, PA. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with children with autism and emotional support needs in a supportive school environment. With no prior experience required, the company provides paid training to help you succeed. You will play a crucial role in implementing individualized behavior plans and supporting students' development. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

DailyPay

Work/Life Balance

Flexible Schedules

Cell Phone Discount Plans

Employee Referral Bonuses

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED required.
• 6 months of experience with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with students in a school setting.
• Follow Individual Education Plans (IEP) and behavior plans.

Skills

Empathy

Behavioral Interventions

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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Position Type

Fee for Service

Shift

1st Shift - no week-ends

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 3:15 pm

Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• 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, from 8:30am to 3:15pm.

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 Leechburg, 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 $ 18.50/hour working 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! 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.

• 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.


• Accompany and assist client(s)/student(s) with activities and daily living which may include assisting with toileting and grooming.


• Implement and follow through with client/student behavior plan as well as individualized reinforcement systems for individual client assigned.


• 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.


• Uphold the company mission and core values.


• Other duties as assigned

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

Requisition number: 100522

Benefits

Merakey offers competitive compensation plans and more!

• DailyPay


• Work/Life Balance


• Flexible Schedules


• Cell Phone Discount Plans


• Employee Referral Bonuses

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!