Spanish Speaking Behavior Technician

Centria Autism; Stayton (OR); On-site; USD 26,174 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured career path in the field of Behavioral Analysis

Discounts to hundreds of retail partners via our Benefit Hub

Access to Employee Assistance Plan concerning mental health

Unlimited opportunities to make an impact in the life of a special needs child

Job summary

A leading provider of autism services is seeking passionate individuals to join as Behavior Technicians. In this role, you will work one-on-one with children, implementing tailored behavior intervention plans while using evidence-based techniques to foster communication and social skills. Candidates should be compassionate and able to work well in a team environment. Comprehensive training will be provided. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with autism.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to obtain CPR, First Aid Certification and a Tuberculosis test.
• Able to pass a pre-employment background check.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans under the supervision of a BCBA.
• Use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Reduce interfering behaviors and support client progress.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure consistency and quality of care.

Skills

Passionate about helping children with autism

Patient

Compassionate

Teamwork

Fluent in Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

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 looking for 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 will provide comprehensive training so that you are equipped and empowered to help each child. Children can be unpredictable and potentially confrontational, so this role is not for the weak of spirit, mind, or body.

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. Join us and become a part of a dedicated team that is changing lives for the better. Apply now to start your journey as a Behavior Technician with us!

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans under the supervision of a BCBA.
• Use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Reduce interfering behaviors and support client progress.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure consistency and quality of care.

Starting Pay

• Starting Pay Range: $19 - $20 per hour

This pay scale range is the full range of potential wages Centria Autism reasonably expects to pay for employees with this job title and may vary depending on qualifications, performance, experience, and/or seniority. This range should not be interpreted to mean that Centria Autism currently employs any employees with this job title at the bottom or top of the pay scale range.

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 CPR, First Aid Certification and a Tuberculosis test (if you haven’t had one in the last year)
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check
• Fluent in Spanish

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. Centria reserves the right to amend this job description at any time, with or without written notice.

Application Notes

• Job duties may include: sitting down and standing up from the floor or chair many times throughout the work day.
• Occasionally lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Running or moving quickly as needed to interact with, and for the safety and protection of your client(s).