Behavior Technician

Merakey • Fort Worth, TX

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Merakey is seeking a Behavior Technician to work one-on-one with students in a school setting in State College, Pennsylvania. The role supports autistic and emotional-support students in achieving academic and behavioral goals by following each student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Positive Behavior Support Plan (PBSP). Work takes place in a trauma-informed environment, with collaboration among students, families, and the care team. No experience is required, and paid training is provided.

The position is scheduled Monday through Friday during the school day. The posting gives the schedule as 8:30 a.m.–3:15 p.m. in the overview and 8:15 a.m.–3:15 p.m. in the qualifications. Pay is $18.50 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday for the full school day.
• Ability to meet the stated physical demands: medium work involving exertion of up to 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, or 10 pounds continuously; and heavy work involving up to 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently, or over 20 pounds continuously.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Complete timely ongoing data collection, parent and staff correspondence, and required documentation.
• Provide behavioral and physical interventions as needed, which may include prompting, guided transport, or physical restraint; training is provided as appropriate to program regulations.
• Monitor student performance and record relevant data to assess progress.
• Accompany and assist students with activities and activities of daily living, which may include toileting and grooming.
• Collaborate with families and the team to support continuity of care.
• Implement and follow each assigned student’s behavior plan and individualized reinforcement systems.
• Complete required training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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.
• On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on 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