Registered Behavior Technician

Intercept Youth Services; Chester (VA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Voluntary Long Term & Short‑Term Disability

Job summary

A family-owned behavioral health agency in Chester, Virginia, is seeking a Registered Behavior Technician to support children and young adults with autism and developmental disabilities. The role involves implementing individualized plans, observing client progress, and promoting skills in communication and social interaction. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience working with children, plus a registered technician credential. Competitive compensation starts at $21 for direct care and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current registered behavior technician credential.
• Experience working with children is required.
• Preferred experience with autism and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized behavior plans with clients.
• Observe and collect data on client skills.
• Support children and adolescents with developmental disabilities.

Skills

Experience with children

Knowledge of Autism

Behavioral analysis

Data collection and observation

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree in Behavioral science

Job description

Registered Behavior Technician

Compensation starts at $21 for direct care and increases based on experience and certification; and ABA‑specific education, up to $26 for direct care. Indirect care pay range is between $15 and $18 based on experience and certification.

Intercept Health is a family‑owned agency serving various mental and behavioral health, substance use, and foster care needs in Virginia. In 1996, what started as a single group home for boys has evolved year after year to fill gaps and meet the service needs of families and communities throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia.

"We help people grow and live their healthiest lives."

Our team members exhibit our VALUES - STOP & ASK:

• Service Excellence - “WOW” clients, customers, and coworkers.
• Team Loyalty - help others succeed.
• Ownership - “see it, own it, solve it, do it.”
• Passion - inspire with positive energy and effort.
• Authenticity - be genuine and trustworthy.
• Solution Focused - overcome challenges with creativity.
• Kindness - smile, encourage, and respect everyone.

As a Registered Behavior Technician, you will be responsible for support and implementation of an individualized plan based on the client's targets and goals with a focus on decreasing unsafe behaviors while increasing communication and social skills while receiving support from a Board Certified Behavior Analyst. You will observe client skills and collect data to be used in assessing the individual's skills and to develop their program goals. You will work with children, adolescents, and young adults with autism, intellectual disabilities, or other developmental disabilities in our center based program that promotes language, behavioral, social, and daily living skills.

Education and Experience Required:

The selected candidate will have at least a high school diploma and previous experience working with children. Must possess a current registered behavior technician credential in good standing. Bachelor's degree in Behavioral science is preferred; specific experience with children who have Autism, intellectual or developmental disabilities, or ABA experience, is a plus! Must have afternoon availability until 6 P.M.

Technicians are compensated for direct and indirect services provided, entry level pay starts at $21 for direct care and increases based on experience and certification; and ABA‑specific education, up to $26 for direct care. Indirect care pay range is between $15 and $18 based on experience and certification.

We offer a competitive benefits package for all full‑time employees:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance options
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health and Child Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Employer Group Life Insurance, optional buy‑up insurances
• Voluntary Long Term & Short‑Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Optional Pet Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 8 observed holidays

To review the full job description and to more about Intercept Health, please visit: www.intercepthealth.com

Intercept Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in the workplace. We are also committed to providing a drug‑free, safe workplace for our employees and the clients we serve. For more information about Intercept Health, please visit our website www.intercepthealth.com.