Behavior Technician

Autism Care Partners•Danvers, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Autism Care Partners is hiring Behavior Technicians to work directly with children with autism in a supportive, inclusive, collaborative, center-based environment. Behavior Technicians work one-on-one with children, implementing clinical plans designed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) to help clients develop communication, social, adaptive, and other skills. This is an entry-level role; previous child care experience is preferred, and training is provided for passionate individuals. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of the position. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available, with flexible part-time options. Optional Saturday sessions may be available depending on client and supervisor availability. Full-time employees can participate in a promotion program with defined levels and three-month timelines; advancement, when criteria are met, includes a corresponding pay increase. The listed pay scale is $20.00–$21.50 per hour for Behavior Technicians and $22.00–$22.50 per hour for Registered Behavior Technicians. Autism Care Partners provides interdisciplinary services including Applied Behavior Analysis, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, and Diagnostic Evaluations, with service availability varying by location. The organization’s mission is to empower families through early diagnosis and exceptional, innovative, interdisciplinary care, and its vision is to transform lives through innovative, integrated, and person-centered care.

Requirements

No prior criminal history.
Ability to utilize technology.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, and Windows.
Ability to operate basic office equipment.
At least 18 years of age.
Minimum high school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

Previous child care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work one-on-one with children at the center, implementing BCBA-designed clinical plans.
Use applied behavior analysis (ABA), including reinforcement and prompting, to teach adaptive behaviors in areas such as language, socialization, play, self-help, and motor skills.
Use ABA principles to address behavior-reduction goals.
Support client goals related to toilet training, including diaper changes.
With training, implement skill-development programs and provide appropriate physical guidance as needed to ensure client safety.
Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
Complete session documentation accurately.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.
Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required trainings.
Comply with the BACB’s code of ethics.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

Benefits

Guaranteed weekly hours, with cancellations not affecting pay.
Competitive and reliable pay.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
21 days of paid time off in the first year, consisting of 10 paid holidays and 11 PTO days.
Voluntary short- and long-term disability coverage, plus accident and critical illness coverage.
Employee Referral Program.
Employee Assistance Program.
Pet insurance.
Promotion opportunities through the BT Level Up program, with potential advancement every three months and corresponding pay increases when criteria are met.
Supervision for RBTs and master’s students working toward BCBA, SLP, or OT credentials.
Ongoing, hands-on, client-specific training.
Center-based services with BCBAs on-site for guidance.
Strong clinical support and collaboration with experienced professionals.