Behavioral Support Technician

The Summit Center • Town of Amherst, NY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavior Support Technician assists Behavior Support Consultants by conducting classroom observations, collecting data, training staff on behavior plans, and monitoring treatment integrity. The role may also involve special projects, administrative tasks, and crisis intervention training. The technician helps ensure that IFSP/IEP mandates are consistently implemented and supports teams in helping individuals achieve greater independence.

Requirements

• At least one year of direct clinical or educational experience with children or adults with developmental disabilities; experience in an educational setting is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge and competencies in Applied Behavior Analysis, including definitions and characteristics, legal and ethical standards, behavioral assessment, designing behavioral analytic programs, and evaluating progress.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in special education, psychology, or a related field preferred.
• Experience with children or adults with developmental disabilities in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral consultation to teams under the guidance of Behavioral Support Consultants.
• Provide crisis intervention for individuals and assist with classroom routines.
• Collect, organize, and maintain direct observational data.
• Assist with training staff in best-practice methods.
• Complete or assist with the completion of reports.
• Perform duties and daily activities in accordance with current best practices and ethical guidelines.
• Adhere to The Summit Center Core Agency Values of Adaptability, Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Optimism, and Respect.
• Help ensure IFSP/IEP mandates are consistently implemented.
• Monitor treatment integrity and assist with classroom observations and behavior-plan support.

Benefits

• Fully paid school breaks (up to 8 weeks per year).
• Up to 12 days of paid time off.
• 14–16 paid holidays annually.
• Potential for annual raises and profit sharing.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Medical opt-out payment of up to $1,000 per year.
• On-site daycare available at some locations.
• Employee Assistance Program, including free mental health counseling, free childcare referrals, access to legal services, grief/eldercare support, and financial consultation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level