Behavior Technician

Merakey • East Freedom, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking a Behavior Technician to work one-on-one with students in a school setting in East Freedom, Pennsylvania. The technician supports autistic and emotional-support students in achieving their academic and behavioral goals by following each student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP), and by working in a trauma-informed environment.

The role includes collecting ongoing data and completing required documentation, monitoring and recording student progress, implementing behavior plans and individualized reinforcement systems, and providing behavioral and physical interventions as needed. Physical interventions may range from prompting or guided transport to physical restraint; appropriate training is provided according to program regulations. The technician also assists students with activities of daily living, which may include toileting and grooming, and collaborates with families and the team to support continuity of care. Required training and other assigned duties are also part of the role.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Availability to work 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with students in a school setting to support academic and behavioral goals.
• Follow each student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP).
• Complete timely ongoing data collection, parent and staff correspondence, and required documentation.
• Provide behavioral and physical interventions as needed, following program regulations and appropriate training.
• Monitor student performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
• Accompany and assist students with activities and daily living, which may include toileting and grooming.
• Collaborate with families and the team to support continuity of care.
• Implement and follow through with assigned students’ behavior plans and individualized reinforcement systems.
• Complete required training and other assigned duties.

Benefits

• DailyPay access to earned pay.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth 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