Coverage Behavior Technician

Intercare Therapy, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Targeted 30-hour work week

Company paid holidays

Year-round employment

Professional development opportunities

Expanded career growth pathway

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Intercare Therapy, Inc. (ICT) is seeking a Coverage Behavior Technician to support school-based and home-based ABA services in the Boston area. This year-round floating role deploys across programs to ensure continuity of care and opportunities to gain diverse experience.

You will implement IEPs and BIPs, collect data, and use ABA methods under supervision. Travel up to 15 miles and build skills across multiple districts while contributing to a supportive team and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of behavioral intervention, ABA, special education, or related experience.
• Knowledge of ABA principles and behavioral intervention methodologies.
• CPI certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to travel up to 15 miles one-way within the assigned region.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Experience supporting school-based clients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement IEPs and BIPs in school settings.
• Provide individualized ABA-based behavioral intervention support.
• Support students through instructional and non-instructional activities.
• Facilitate participation in classroom, recreational, and community activities.
• Utilize CPI and approved crisis management procedures when necessary.
• Collect behavioral data and complete required documentation.
• Provide direct intervention in home-based settings.
• Support staffing needs, onboarding initiatives, and operational projects.

Skills

ABA principles

Behavioral intervention

CPI certification

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Independent work

Travel up to 15 miles

Job description

Description & Requirements

Compensation: $27 - $28 per hour

Job Type: Full-TIme

Intercare Therapy, Inc. (ICT) provides evidence-based behavior therapy services that support individuals with autism and related disorders and their families. Our mission is to increase independence and improve the quality of life of our client families. As an ICT team member, you will gain firsthand experience working to ensure our regular and on-going commitment to evidence-based practices.

The Coverage Behavior Technician (CBT) is a year-round floating support position that provides coverage and operational support across Intercare's School Services and Behavioral Health programs in the Boston area. CBTs are deployed where support is needed most and may work across multiple schools, districts, clients, and programs throughout the year to help ensure continuity of care. In addition to providing direct intervention services, CBTs support staffing needs, onboarding initiatives, peer mentorship, and operational projects during periods of lower coverage demand, including during school closures. This dynamic role offers consistent hours, diverse experiences, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact across multiple teams and service environments.

Primary Responsibilities

School-Based Direct Service

• During school-based coverage assignments, the CBT will:
• Implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
• Provide individualized behavioral intervention support
• Utilize Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) methodologies
• Support students through instructional and non-instructional activities
• Facilitate participation in classroom, recreational, and community-based activities
• Utilize CPI and approved crisis management procedures when necessary
• Collect behavioral data and complete required documentation

Behavioral Health Direct Intervention Support

• During home-based coverage assignments, the CBT will:
• Provide direct intervention services in home-based settings
• Provide individualized behavioral intervention support
• Utilize Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) methodologies
• Utilize CPI and approved crisis management procedures when necessary
• Collect behavioral data and complete required documentation

BI Peer Support Program

• Serve as a Peer Support Partner for newly assigned BIs
• Conduct structured outreach and onboarding support activities
• Facilitate brief Teams check-ins and peer support meetings
• Provide guidance related to:
  • Coverage expectations
  • School system documentation
  • CR appointment conversion
  • Operational processes and workflows

Communication & Professional Expectations

• Establish and maintain effective communication with supervisors, clinical teams, school personnel, and staff
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPPA, FERPA, and organizational requirements
• Attend required trainings, staff meetings, and professional development activities
• Follow scheduling and documentation requirements
• Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and responsiveness across multiple service environments

Minimum Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 2 years of behavioral intervention, ABA, special education, or related experience
• Knowledge of ABA principles and behavioral intervention methodologies
• CPI certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently across multiple service settings
• Experience supporting school-based clients preferred
• Ability to navigate multiple technology platforms and documentation systems
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to travel up to 15 miles one-way within the assigned region
• Reliable transportation required

Travel Requirements

• This position requires travel between school and home-based service locations.
• Candidates must:
  • Be willing to travel up to 15 miles one-way within their assigned region
  • Maintain reliable transportation
  • Adapt to changing assignment locations and schedules
  • Be comfortable supporting multiple districts, schools, and client environments

Benefits

• Targeted 30-hour work week
• Company paid holidays
• Year-round employment
• Professional development opportunities and expanded career growth pathway
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to impact students, clients, and staff across multiple programs
• Meaningful operational and clinical leadership opportunities