Behavior Technician - Work with Kids - Training Provided

Centria Autism; Amity (OR); On-site; USD 26,174 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured career path in the field of Behavioral Analysis

Discounts to hundreds of retail partners

Access to Employee Assistance Plan

Opportunities to make a meaningful impact

Job summary

An organization focused on helping children with autism is seeking enthusiastic individuals for the role of Behavior Technician. As a Behavior Technician, you'll provide one-on-one support, implementing behavior plans under the guidance of professionals. This position requires compassion, patience, and physical activity, with comprehensive training provided. You'll enjoy perks like a structured career path and discounts to retail partners. The pay range is $19 - $24 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years of age.
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children implementing behavior intervention plans.
• Teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Support children in various positions and carry objects up to 50 pounds.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Behavior Technician - Work with Kids - Training Provided

We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Behavior Technicians. As a Behavior Technician, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with autism.

In this role, you will work one-on-one with children, implementing individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). You will use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing interfering behaviors.

We are seeking candidates who are passionate about helping children with autism reach their full potential. You will need to be patient, compassionate, and able to work well in a team environment. We provide comprehensive training so you are equipped and empowered to help each child, even if you don’t currently have experience. Part of the work involves physical activity and ability to move in various positions to support children who may be in motion; you should be comfortable standing, walking, sitting, grasping, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, lifting, and at times carrying children or objects that weigh up to 50 pounds.

At the end of each day, you will go home knowing that you have made a meaningful impact on the life of a child and their family. Apply now to start your journey as a Behavior Technician with us.

Pay Range: $19 - $24

Requirements:

• Passionate about helping children with autism.
• Patient, compassionate, and able to work well in a team.
• 18+ years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to obtain a CPR, First Aid Certification and Tuberculosis test (if you haven’t had one in the last year)
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check
• Ability to move in various positions (sit, squat, bend, etc.)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds

Perks of Working at Centria:

• Structured career path in the field of Behavioral Analysis
• Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via our Benefit Hub
• Access to Centria’s Employee Assistance Plan with benefits around mental health and counseling
• Unlimited opportunities to make an impact in the life of a special needs child

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, Veteran status, or disability status.