BEHAVIOR TECH

Merakey • Philadelphia, PA

3h • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking a Behavior Technician to work one-on-one with autistic and emotional support students in a school setting in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The technician follows each student's Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP) to help achieve academic and behavioral goals, supporting learning in a trauma-informed environment as part of a team focused on student development.

The role involves collecting data and documentation, monitoring and recording student progress, implementing behavior plans and individualized reinforcement systems, and providing behavioral and physical interventions as needed. Physical interventions may include prompting, guided transport, and restraint; training is provided according to program regulations. The technician may also assist students with activities and daily living, including toileting and grooming, collaborate with families and the team, and complete assigned training and other duties.

The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. The posting lists pay as $23.00.

Requirements

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

• Complete timely ongoing data collection, parent and staff correspondence, and required documentation.
• Provide behavioral interventions and physical interventions as needed, which may range from prompting or guided transport to physical restraint; appropriate training is provided based on program regulations.
• 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 each assigned student's behavior plan and individualized reinforcement systems.
• Complete required assigned training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• DailyPay access to earned pay.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth employee contribution options.
• Voluntary limited medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance through the American Worker; 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.
• On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs for 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