Entry Level - Autism Behavior Technician

ABS Kids; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children with autism. As a Behavior Technician, you'll engage with kids in meaningful ways, helping them develop essential life skills through play and structured learning. With comprehensive training and a supportive environment, this role is perfect for compassionate individuals eager to grow their careers in behavioral health. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, and a range of benefits designed to support your professional journey. Make an impact and experience the joy of witnessing 'wow moments' in your work every day!

Benefits

Paid drive time / mileage reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid training

Referral bonus program

Free continuing education opportunities

Free CPR and safety training

Employee assistance program

Virtual office connection

Career path with milestones and rewards

Qualifications

• Ideal for individuals with experience in early childhood education or mental health.
• Comprehensive training provided for those without prior ABA experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist children with autism in learning essential life skills.
• Follow treatment plans and collect data for progress notes.
• Engage children through play while teaching valuable skills.

Skills

Compassionate caregiving

Early childhood education

Childcare experience

Mental health knowledge

Dependability

Energy and creativity

Tech savviness

Desire to learn

Education

Experience in childcare or related fields

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Data collection software

Job description

Immediate positions available to work with children with autism spectrum disorder and their families!

At ABS Kids we find our purpose in the wow moments our clients experience each day, learning new skills and reaching new goals. Join us as a Behavior Technician and discover wow for yourself in your career path. #WorkInWow

Benefits and Compensation:

• $18.50 - $21.00 / hour
• Earn an additional $2.00/hour (premium pay) for hours worked in the home setting starting at 6 pm
• Increase for RBT certification
• Paid drive time / mileage reimbursement
• 401(k) plus company match
• Paid time off earned for every hour worked!
• Paid training

We also support you with:

• LAUNCH career path - clear milestones with rewards including bonuses and promotions
• Referral bonus program
• Free continuing education opportunities
• Free CPR and safety training
• Employee assistance program including free financial advice, free counseling support, mental health resources
• Virtual office connection to hundreds of colleagues nationwide, and fun local events with colleagues in your area
• Learn transferable skills which open the door to great careers in behavior health

What You Will Do:

• Help Kids with Autism!
• No prior ABA experience? No problem! We provide comprehensive training to help you succeed in working with kids.
• Teach kids while playing, and following a treatment plan specific to that child
• Observe, play and collect data so you can write a progress note
• Help kids learn essential life skills such as motor skills, social skills, emotional skills and more
• Work on goals with child that help shape challenging behaviors into communication skills
• Make a difference in the life of a child!

Skills and Qualities We Are Looking For:

• This role is perfect for compassionate individuals who thrive in a caregiving environment and have experience in early childhood education, childcare, paraprofessional work, mental health, psychology, or social work. Whether you're looking to grow your career in education, behavioral therapy, counseling, or healthcare, you'll receive hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunities for professional advancement in a rewarding field!
• Paid prior experience working with kids (i.e. Camp counselor, daycare, nanny, school setting, ABA, etc) preferred
• Lots of energy, playful, creative, able to think on your feet
• Dependable - someone your client and their family can count on
• Ability to constantly get up and down off floor, move quickly
• Tech savviness - comfortable learning our data collection software and using Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Desire to learn, work independently, and provide the best quality care to our clients
• Interested in working with evidence-based methods based in science and proven effective
• Interested in working afternoon hours starting between 2:30 pm-4:00 pm and available until 7 pm-8 pm

Who We Are

• It’s in the wow moments that we find our purpose at ABS Kids. Our shared experiences are the milestones that influence our work. The mission of our work with children with autism and their families feeds our spirit. With every wow moment, we can see our impact grow.
• At ABS Kids we are empowered by the breadth of our differences. Our mission is to create a culture where all people thrive because their diverse stories are heard and celebrated. We commit to an evolving understanding of diversity as we learn from one another.
• We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.