Spanish Speaking Center-Based Behavior Technician

Centria Autism • Grand Rapids, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Centria is seeking enthusiastic, Spanish-speaking Behavior Technicians to work one-on-one with children with autism in a center-based setting. Technicians implement individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), using evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills and reduce interfering behaviors. Comprehensive training is provided, including for candidates without prior experience. The role calls for patience, compassion, teamwork, and comfort responding to children who may be unpredictable or confrontational. The work involves frequent movement and physical activity, including the possibility of lifting or carrying children or objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The position offers a pay range of $17–$20.

Requirements

• Passion for helping children with autism.
• Patience, compassion, and ability to work well in a team environment.
• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
• Ability to obtain a Tuberculosis test if one has not been completed in the last year.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Ability to move in various positions, including sitting, squatting, and bending.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

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.
• Participate in physically active work with children, including moving, standing, walking, sitting, reaching, bending, kneeling, crouching, squatting, and lifting or carrying children or objects up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

• Structured career path in behavioral analysis.
• Discounts to 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.
• Opportunities to make an impact in the life of a child with special needs.

What This Job Offers

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