Behavior Technician

Merakey • Fort Worth, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking a Behavior Technician to work one-on-one with students in a school setting in State College, Pennsylvania. The role supports autistic and emotional support students in a trauma-informed environment. Following each student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP), the Behavior Technician helps students work toward academic and behavioral goals. Paid training is provided, and prior experience is not required.

The position involves collecting and recording data, carrying out behavioral plans and interventions, supporting students with activities and daily living, and collaborating with families and the care team. Physical interventions may be needed, ranging from prompting or guided transport to physical restraint; appropriate training is provided based on program regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday for the full school day, approximately 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands: medium work involving lifting or exertion up to 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, or 10 pounds continuously; and heavy work involving up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, or over 20 pounds continuously.

Nice To Haves

• Three to six months of experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Experience working with children with autism.

Responsibilities

• Follow each student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP) to support academic and behavioral goals.
• Complete timely ongoing data collection, parent and staff correspondence, and required documentation.
• Provide behavioral and physical interventions as needed, including prompting, guided transport, or physical restraint in accordance with program regulations and training.
• Monitor student performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
• Accompany and assist students with activities and daily living, including toileting and grooming when needed.
• Collaborate with families and the team to support continuity of care.
• Implement and follow through on assigned student behavior plans and individualized reinforcement systems.
• Complete required training assignments and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• DailyPay access to earned pay.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) employee contribution options.
• Voluntary limited benefits through the American Worker, including limited medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; these are not a substitute for major medical insurance.
• Access to Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services for FFS employees working at least 170 hours per quarter.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED