Center-Based Behavior Technician

Life Skills Autism Academy • Albuquerque, NM

11d • $16 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Life Skills Autism Academy is seeking behavior technicians to provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children on the autism spectrum. Registered Behavior Technicians provide one-to-one therapy under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, helping children develop language and communication, social, and school-readiness skills. The role may involve both individual and group settings.

Candidates must hold and maintain current Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification issued by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), or be willing to complete a 40-hour training course and take the RBT competency exam within 45 days of employment. The stated pay range is $16–$23. Employment requires a background check if an offer is extended. The position requires reliable transportation, consistent attendance, professional conduct, and the ability to meet the physical demands of working with children.

Requirements

• Hold and maintain current RBT certification issued by the BACB, or be willing to complete a 40-hour training course and take the RBT competency exam within 45 days of employment.
• Have at least a high school diploma or GED.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have reliable transportation; proof of a driver's license and valid car insurance may be required in some cases.
• Be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certification and complete a TB test if one has not been completed in the past year.
• Be able to perform the physical demands of the job, including repeatedly getting down on and rising from the floor, lifting up to 50 pounds, and moving or running quickly when needed for client interaction and safety.
• Be reliable and attend every scheduled therapy appointment.
• Maintain professional presentation and conduct.
• Demonstrate patience, emotional control when a client acts out physically or verbally, and a positive attitude and motivation to help children acquire new skills.
• Have strong attention to detail and the ability to perform repetitive tasks precisely and follow detailed instructions.
• Be comfortable using technology to record data on a mobile device and navigate digital applications.
• Have good written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrate cultural competency and the ability to remain flexible and open-minded.
• If extended an offer, be willing to participate in the company's background check process.

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

• Provide direct client care in one-to-one and group settings using intensive teaching and natural environment training.
• Follow behavioral skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction protocols in each client's individualized treatment plan.
• Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behavior.
• Assist with parent and caregiver training in accordance with the client's individualized treatment and behavior-reduction protocols.
• Complete documentation on time and according to established procedures.
• Communicate with parents and caregivers about client progress as instructed by the BCBA/BC.
• Use safe and appropriate procedures when working with clients, and report critical incidents and safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment.
• Assist the BCBA/BC with preparing client materials, behavior-reduction assessments, and skill-acquisition activities.

What This Job Offers

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