Behavior Technician-Spokane.

Lilac Learning Center; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) with company match

Supportive and fun work environment

Job summary

Lilac Learning Center in Spokane, WA is seeking a passionate Behavior Technician to work one-on-one with students with special needs. You will implement skill development strategies, collaborate with the educational team, and maintain student dignity. The role requires a High School Diploma and experience working with children. Benefits include a supportive work environment and training for BCBA or RBT certification. If you are dedicated to improving special education standards, join us in our mission.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children K-12, individuals with severe behavior.
• Reliable transportation and driver's license.
• Pass background check and application for Certified Behavior Technician license.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct student care in 1:1 and group formats.
• Follow behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Effective organizational skills

Ability to function as part of an interdisciplinary team

Ability to think and act autonomously

Ability to define and solve practical problems

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions

Ability to maintain student dignity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Behavior Technician Job Description: We are looking for curious, passionate, and ethical BTs to provide one‑on‑one special education to students with special needs. Our team values empathy, respect, creativity, and nerdiness to the core. We’d love to have you as part of our data‑driven team to help speak out for those that are voiceless and teach those that learn differently. We provide training, support, and growth to each BT to foster an environment of continuous learning and teamwork. Will you join us in our mission to raise the standard for special education?

Duties:

• Students implementation of skill development strategies
• Data collection
• Delivery of teaching trials
• Implementation of behavior reduction protocols
• Follow BIP
• Safety Care (Physical Management)
• Communication to teacher/BCBA of student events
• Documentation
• Meal preparation
• Medication delivery
• Staff support
• Lead technician with indirect tasks
• Support teachers/BCBA
• Assessments
• Goal drafts
• Facility: maintain cleanliness and organization
• Driving company vehicles
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Effective organizational skills
• Good public relations skills
• Ability to function as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to think and act autonomously
• Ability to define and solve practical problems
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions (written, oral, diagram, schedule)
• Ability to physically respond to physically active and aggressive children, adolescents, and young adults
• Follows the appropriate chain of command
• Responds appropriately to feedback
• Maintains professional boundaries
• Maintains student dignity
• Education: GED or High School Diploma
• Experience: Effective history of working with children K‑12, individuals with severe behavior

Physical Requirements:

• Assume and maintain a variety of postures for extended periods
• Sit, stand, climb, walk, balance, lift 50 pounds, push/pull 50 pounds, carry 50 lbs, grasp, reach, handle, stoop/crouch, crawl, talk, hear, taste, smell regularly
• Specific vision abilities required (close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, adjust focus)
• Run and walk minimum 5 minutes, escort a student minimum 5 minutes, climb a six‑foot fence
• Respond quickly to active and aggressive children, adolescents, 5‑22 years old
• Physical response may include evasion or performing approved escorts, holds, restraints to maintain student and staff safety
• Criminal background clearance or formal exception
• Valid/Active driver’s license with clean driving record and verified auto insurance

Equipment Used:

• Children’s toys and educational materials
• Office equipment including copy machine, laptop, iPad, and phone
• Hand tools including hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, and painting supplies
• Kitchen appliances including oven, air fryer, dishwasher
• Cleaning equipment including mop, vacuum, handhelds

Working Environment:

• Noise conditions: exposed to moderate and occasional loud noise from students, toys, school equipment
• Heat/Cold: may be subject to heat, cold, wet, humid weather, and occasionally five or more minutes in extreme conditions
• Injury exposure: position requires physical activity and occasional physical management of a student
• Environmental exposures: potential exposure to secretions, saliva, blood, urine, feces and risk of bloodborne pathogens

Job Details:

• Pay is dependent on experience

Schedule:

• Monday — Friday, 8 am‑4 pm (Paid Holidays)

Benefits:

• Supportive, welcoming and fun work environment
• Medical, dental, vision, life, long‑term disability insurance and 401(k) with company match (waiting periods apply)
• Full‑time benefits
• Medical, dental, vision, life, long‑term disability insurance, 401(k) with company match (waiting periods apply)
• Staff seeking BCBA or BCABA certification will be provided supervised hours as part of employment

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Reliable transportation, driver’s license, working cell phone, valid car insurance
• Experience working with children
• Pass background check, fingerprinting, and application for Certified Behavior Technician license
• Successful completion of 40‑hour training within 1 week of employment (stipend upon completion)
• CPR required within 90 days of hire

Food Handler's Card required within 90 days of hire

Fingerprinting required within 90 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with children in school, home or community settings
• Experience with, and understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis
• Experience working with children with special needs
• 2‑4 year degree in Education, Psychology, or related field
• Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) or Certified Behavior Technician (CBT) credential preferred

Job Duties detailed:

• Provide direct student care in 1:1 and group formats
• Prepare meals and snacks for students
• Utilize intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements in home, clinic, and community settings
• Follow behavioral skill acquisition and behavior reduction protocols
• Follow and record data for prescribed training protocols
• Collect, record, and summarize data on observable student behavior
• Utilize safe & appropriate procedures when working with students
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and school environment
• Sit, stand and move with children to maintain effective programming and implement safety procedures as directed by BCBA
• Maintain student confidentiality
• Collaborate professionally with the treatment team including student, parents, caregivers, outside professionals, Lead Behavioral Technician, Behavior Specialist, coworkers
• Assist Lead Behavioral Technician and Behavior Analysts in preparing student materials as instructed
• Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required training