Registered Behavior Technician

Beacon Specialized Living; Raytown (MO); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Specialized Living is seeking a Behavior Technician to implement individualized Behavior Support Plans under supervision. The role involves teaching communication, social, daily living, and adaptive skills using evidence-based practices.

You will accurately record data on client behavior and intervention outcomes, apply de-escalation techniques, and ensure confidentiality and ethical guidelines are followed. Hybrid work with regional travel is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be registered with the BACB as a Registered Behavior Technician.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Valid Driver's License and ability to pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized Behavior Support Plans under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst.
• Accurately record and report data on client behavior, skill acquisition, and intervention outcomes.
• Teach and reinforce communication, social, daily living, and other adaptive skills using evidence- based practices.
• Apply de-escalation techniques and follow protocols to manage challenging behaviors safely and effectively.
• Maintain client confidentiality, follow ethical guidelines, and uphold professional boundaries.
• Participate in ongoing training and supervision to enhance skills and ensure compliance with best practices.
• Assist with resident abuse and neglect assessment issues and communicate findings with home manager, compliance, clinical and operations' leadership.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

BACB Registered Behavior Technician

Tools

Microsoft Office

Driver's License

Job description

Posted Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Company Summary:

Beacon is a successful and national private-equity behavioral health company providing residential-based services and supports to children and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Severe Mental Illness, Autism, and high-acuity behaviors. All activities related to this position must be delivered in compliance with the company's policies and procedures, accreditation standards, state and federal licensing requirements, HCBS guidelines and the contractual requirements of Community Mental Health Agencies and other regulatory bodies. As a Beacon employee, you are expected to be aligned with the goals and mission of the organization, and to perform in accordance with our "I CARE" core values of the organization - Integrity, Compassion, Advocacy, Respect and Excellence.

Position Summary:

This role is responsible for implementing individualized Behavior Support Plans under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst. The primary duties will include teaching and reinforcing communication, social, daily living, and other adaptive skills using evidence-based practices; applying de- escalation techniques and following protocols to manage challenging behaviors safely and effectively; and accurately recording and reporting data on client behavior, skill acquisition, and intervention outcomes.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Implement individualized Behavior Support Plans under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst.
• Accurately record and report data on client behavior, skill acquisition, and intervention outcomes.
• Teach and reinforce communication, social, daily living, and other adaptive skills using evidence- based practices.
• Apply de-escalation techniques and follow protocols to manage challenging behaviors safely and effectively.
• Maintain client confidentiality, follow ethical guidelines, and uphold professional boundaries.
• Participate in ongoing training and supervision to enhance skills and ensure compliance with best practices.
• Assists with resident abuse and neglect assessment issues and communicate findings with home manager, compliance, clinical and operations' leadership. Cooperates regarding investigations and inspections.

Education and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be registered with the BACB as a Registered Behavior Technician.
• Previous experience working in high acuity environments with intense behaviors.
• Approved by the state, federal, and local governmental entities to work within BSLS programs.
• Maintains own mandatory training and certification requirements.
• Required experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must possess a valid Driver's License.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Proficient in speaking, reading and writing the English language required.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Hybrid work environment with corporate office presence and regional travel. May start your day between 10am and 3pm and must work at least one weekend day (Saturday or Sunday).