Behavior Technician, School Services - Paid Training!

Surpass Behavioral Health•Norristown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Surpass Behavioral Health provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children and teens with autism. Behavior Technicians are valued members of therapy teams and provide individualized services under the direct supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). This school-based position provides individualized therapy in a 1:1 teaching format to children with autism and supports clients in the Methacton school district. The role includes paid training and opportunities for professional development. RBT certification must be acquired within 45 days of hire, with training provided by Surpass Behavioral Health. The position works Monday through Friday, with no weekends required.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED required.
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to various schools within the assigned region.
Ability to acquire Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification within 45 days of hire; training is provided.
Works with integrity and adheres to the BACB Ethical Code, HIPAA practices, and company policies.
Ability to move freely, quickly, and frequently between seated and standing positions, and occasionally lift items up to 50 lbs.
Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor's degree in behavioral health, Early Childhood Education, Psychology, Special Education, or a related field.
Prior professional experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) in a multidisciplinary team setting.

Responsibilities

Assist with implementing positive behavior support plans, IEPs, and/or 504 plans using ABA principles in the school setting.
Provide direct 1:1 and/or small-group therapy to identified students, implementing skill-acquisition and behavior-reduction interventions as directed by the BCBA.
Implement programs and report data related to student IEP goals, behavioral management, social skills, and academic areas.
Collaborate, communicate, and assist with training school district staff.
Provide a safe and supportive environment for students and school teams, including teachers, paraprofessionals, related service providers, and administrators.
Implement student behavior intervention plans and/or safety plans developed by the BCBA.
Collect and analyze skill-acquisition and challenging-behavior data under BCBA oversight and supervision.

Benefits

Up to 25 paid holiday and personal days off in the first year.
Bi-weekly bonus incentive available upon obtaining RBT certification.
DailyPay access to wages.
401(k) plan with matching contributions.
Industry-leading 360 You benefits program.
Employee Referral Program.
Mentorship and supervision hours for those pursuing BCBA certification.
Certification and test-preparation benefit program.
Up to 90% off higher education, degrees, certifications, and test preparation for the employee and their family.
Training and professional development opportunities.