Behavior Technician

Centria Autism • Portland, OR

3d • $19 - $20

About The Position

As a Behavior Technician, you will work one-on-one with children with autism, implementing individualized behavior intervention plans under the guidance of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). You will use evidence-based techniques to teach communication, social, and daily living skills while reducing interfering behaviors. Comprehensive training is provided, including for candidates without prior experience. The work can involve unpredictable or confrontational behavior and requires substantial movement and physical activity, including the ability to lift or carry children or objects weighing up to 50 pounds. The role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families.

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 and a tuberculosis test if one has not been completed in the last year.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Ability to move through positions and activities including sitting, squatting, bending, standing, walking, grasping, reaching, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

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

• 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.
• Use evidence-based techniques to reduce interfering behaviors.

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.

What This Job Offers

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