Behavior Technician

Centria Autism • Anthem, AZ

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About The Position

Behavior Technicians work one-on-one with children with autism, implementing individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). They use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing interfering behaviors. Centria provides comprehensive training, including for candidates without prior experience. The role involves working with children who may be unpredictable or confrontational and requires frequent movement and physical activity.

Requirements

• Be passionate about helping children with autism.
• Be patient and compassionate, and able to work well in a team environment.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Be able to obtain CPR and First Aid certifications and complete a tuberculosis test if one has not been completed in the last year.
• Be able to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Be able to stand, walk, sit, grasp, reach, bend, kneel, crouch, and squat.
• Be able to lift and carry children or objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as a Behavior Technician.
• Experience working with children with autism or other learning disabilities.
• Experience as a teacher’s aide, tutor, CNA, caregiver, or home health aide.

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with children with autism.
• Implement individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a BCBA.
• Use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills.
• Help reduce interfering behaviors.
• Work as part of a team to support children and their families.

Benefits

• Structured career path in behavioral analysis.
• Discounts at hundreds of retail partners through Benefit Hub.
• Access to Centria’s Employee Assistance Plan, including mental health and counseling benefits.
• Early wage access through Rain.

What This Job Offers

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