Behavior Technician

Merakey • State College, PA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking a Behavior Technician for its school-based program in State College, Pennsylvania. The role involves working one-on-one with students with autism and emotional support needs in a trauma-informed environment. The Behavior Technician follows each student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP), Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP), and individualized reinforcement systems to help students achieve academic and behavioral goals. Paid training is provided, and no prior experience is required.

The position follows a Monday–Friday school-day schedule. The posting lists the schedule as 8:30 a.m.–3:15 p.m. in the introduction and 8:15 a.m.–3:15 p.m. among candidate requirements. Pay is $18.50 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) credential.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday for a full school day.

Nice To Haves

• Three to six months of experience working with people with developmental disabilities.
• Experience working with children with autism.

Responsibilities

• Follow each student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP).
• Support students in achieving their academic and behavioral goals.
• Complete timely ongoing data collection, parent and staff correspondence, and required documentation.
• Provide behavioral interventions and, when needed, physical interventions, which may include prompting, guided transport, or physical restraint in accordance with program regulations and appropriate training.
• 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 promote continuity of care.
• Implement and follow through with the student’s behavior plan and individualized reinforcement systems.
• Complete required training and other assigned duties.

Benefits

• Paid training.
• DailyPay access to earned pay.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth employee contribution options.
• Voluntary limited benefits through the American Worker, including limited medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 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.
• Access to the 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